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Spinach Parmesan Oysters

Author Jacqueline

Ingredients

  • 1 dozen oysters thoroughly scrubbed
  • 1 1/2 T butter
  • 3 T onion finely diced
  • 4 oz spinach
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/2 cup grated or finely shredded parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450F. Place the oysters on a cookie sheet, ideally on a bed of salt to help keep them level. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
  • Allow to cool slightly before handling. Holding each oyster in a towel and keeping it level (you don't want to spill the brine inside), remove the top shell by sliding a knife around the inside of the slightly open shell, separating the oyster flesh from it. Pop the shell off, inserting the knife (or screwdriver) into the hinge of the shell, if necessary.
  • In a small saute pan, melt the butter. Add the onion and saute until translucent and soft. Add the spinach and the wine to the pan, cooking until the spinach has wilted down and the wine has reduced.
  • Remove the spinach to a cutting board and finely chop. Divide the topping evenly among the oysters, then top with cheese.
  • Preheat a broiler on high. Place the oysters under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese has melted and browned. Serve immediately.