Broiled Oysters with Herbs and Garlic Butter

Broiled Oysters with Herbs and Garlic Butter

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Ingredients

2 dozen shucked fresh oysters

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh thyme leaves

2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/8 teaspoon crushed red-pepper

2 teaspoons lemon juice

1 clove minced garlic

3 tablespoons butter, softened

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1.Preheat broiler. Stir herbs, red-pepper flakes, oil, and lemon in a large bowl. Add oysters, and toss to coat. 2. Mix butter and garlic together and blend well.

3. Transfer oyster mixture to a shallow baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan over oysters, and season with pepper. Drizzle with oil. Broil until golden brown and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Add butter and garlic mixture and allow to melt. Splash with a bit of Marsala. Use oyster shells to serve.

4. Must have plenty of crusty bread for soaking up the juices!