Oysters Casino Recipe

Name: Oysters Casino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 shucked oysters, on the half shell; 4 thick slices smoky bacon; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper; 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots; 1/4 cup finely chopped celery; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano; Lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

24 shucked oysters, on the half shell
4 thick slices smoky bacon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
Lemon wedges, for serving

1
Heat a grill to medium-low or heat the oven to 500F.
2
Arrange the oysters on a large rimmed baking sheet and keep cold in the refrigerator.
3
In a medium skillet set over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes.
4
Transfer to paper towels to drain and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces.
5
Reserve the bacon drippings in the pan.
6
Melt the butter in the skillet with the drippings over medium-high heat.
7
Add the bell peppers, shallots, and celery; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the parsley and oregano.
9
Spoon the mixture over the oysters, and top with the bacon.
10
Using tongs, transfer the oysters to the grate and grill over a moderately low fire for 7 to 10 minutes, or until just cooked through.
11
Alternatively, roast the oysters on the baking sheet for 7 to 10 minutes.
12
Transfer to a platter and serve at once with lemon wedges.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 shucked oysters, on the half shell, 4 thick slices smoky bacon, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Oysters Casino falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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