Oysters Casino

1. 1

   Heat a grill to medium-low or heat the oven to 500F.

2. 2

   Arrange the oysters on a large rimmed baking sheet and keep cold in the refrigerator.

3. 3

   In a medium skillet set over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Transfer to paper towels to drain and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces.

5. 5

   Reserve the bacon drippings in the pan.

6. 6

   Melt the butter in the skillet with the drippings over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Add the bell peppers, shallots, and celery; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the parsley and oregano.

9. 9

   Spoon the mixture over the oysters, and top with the bacon.

10. 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. 11

    Alternatively, roast the oysters on the baking sheet for 7 to 10 minutes.

12. 12

    Transfer to a platter and serve at once with lemon wedges.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.