Today: Oysters -- Baked Oysters With Parmesan

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Baked Oysters with Parmesan

6 servings

30 fresh oysters in the shell

4 cups rock salt

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/3 cup dry bread crumbs

1 clove garlic, peeled and minced

1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

2 tablespoons butter

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Shuck oysters and leave on half-shell. Divide rock salt between two 9-by-13-inch baking pans; arrange oysters in pans.

2. Combine Parmesan, bread crumbs, garlic and parsley. Place about a teaspoon of the mixture on each oyster; dot with butter and sprinkle with pepper.

3. Bake in a preheated 475-degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until bubbly and cooked through. Serve immediately.

Data per serving Calories 128 Protein 8g Fat 7g Carbohydrates 8g Sodium 315mg Saturated fat 4g Monounsaturated fat 2g Polyunsaturated fat 1g Cholesterol 51mg