Baked Oysters

Directions

1. 1
   Open the oysters carefully, reserving both shells and liquid.
2. 2
   Strain the liquid into a saucepan and bring to the boil.
3. 3
   Lift the flesh off the oysters with a small fork and poach in the liquid for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Then drain and reserve.
5. 5
   Preheat the oven to a high temperature.
6. 6
   Mince the parsley and shallots very finely and work them into the butter until it is soft and creamy.
7. 7
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8
   Put the poached oysters back into their shells, fill them with the shallow butter, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake in the hot oven for 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Serve very hot.