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Oysters Rockefeller

Oysters Rockefeller (Crocker recipe image
This elegant dish transforms fresh oysters into a decadent treat with a savory spinach, herb, and breadcrumb topping. The combination of tender seafood, wilted spinach, and aromatic parsley creates a luxurious flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. Perfect for special occasions, dinner parties, or a luxurious weekend dinner, these baked oysters offer a restaurant-quality experience at home. The buttery richness balances the briny oysters beautifully, resulting in a satisfying bite every time.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 301.2
Description
This elegant dish transforms fresh oysters into a decadent treat with a savory spinach, herb, and breadcrumb topping. The combination of tender seafood, wilted spinach, and aromatic parsley creates a luxurious flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. Perfect for special occasions, dinner parties, or a luxurious weekend dinner, these baked oysters offer a restaurant-quality experience at home. The buttery richness balances the briny oysters beautifully, resulting in a satisfying bite every time.
Ingredients
  • 12 md Oysters in shells
  • 2 tablespoon Finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoon Snipped parsley
  • 2 tablespoon Finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup Margarine or butter
  • 1/2 cup Spinach, chopped and drained
  • 1/8 cup Dry bread crumbs
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 7 dash Red pepper sauce
  • 1 pinch Ground anise
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 450&# 194;°F (230ðC).
  2. 2
    Prepare a baking base by filling pie plates or a baking sheet with rock salt and sprinkling with water to create a stable surface for the shells.
  3. 3
    Scrub oysters thoroughly under running cold water.
  4. 4
    Shuck oysters by breaking off the thin end of the shell with a hammer or knife, then sliding a shucking knife between the halves to open.
  5. 5
    Cut the oyster muscle to separate the meat from the top shell, discard the top shell, and place the oyster on the deep half of the shell.
  6. 6
    Arrange the filled shells on the prepared rock salt base.
  7. 7
    In a skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat.
  8. 8
    Sauté onion, parsley, and celery until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
  9. 9
    Stir in chopped spinach, bread crumbs, salt, red pepper sauce, and ground anise until well combined.
  10. 10
    Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the spinach mixture onto each oyster.
  11. 11
    Bake for 10 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the oysters are heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 301.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.4g26%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Cholesterol 165.0mg56%
Sodium 810.8mg34%
Total Carbohydrate 12.8g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 1.3g
Protein 27.2g55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: oysters, rockefeller, baked, spinach, appetizer, seafood, herbs, garlic, butter, breadcrumbs, party, dinner, shucking, gratin, classic, briny, rich, vegetables, onion, celery
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