Oysters with Apple Mignonnette

1. 1

   Scrub oysters well.

2. 2

   Combine oysters and apple cider in a 2-qt.

3. 3

   saucepan and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Steam oysters, covered, over moderately high heat until they just open, checking occasionally after 3 minutes and transferring to a plate as they open.

5. 5

   (Reserve steaming liquid and discard any unopened oysters.)

6. 6

   Chill oysters, loosely covered, until cool, about 30 minutes.

7. 7

   While oysters are chilling, pour oyster steaming liquid through a paper towel-lined sieve into a bowl to remove any grit.

8. 8

   Stir 2 tablespoons strained liquid together with remaining ingredients and salt to taste.

9. 9

   Discard remaining strained liquid.

10. 10

    Remove flat half of oyster shell and loosen oyster with a sharp knife.

11. 11

    Put oysters in rounded half of shell.

12. 12

    Arrange on plates and spoon sauce over oysters.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.