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● Sicilian-Style Oysters
Ostriche alla Siciliana

24 oysters, scrubbed clean
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
1⁄3 cup dried breadcrumbs
freshly ground pepper
1⁄3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Preheat the oven to 350°. Shuck the oysters: Hold an oyster firmly in your hand, and insert an oyster knife between the shells. Use a towel for a good grip and to protect your hand. Twist the knife to pry the shell halves apart. Work the knife around to the hinge muscle, cut through it, and pry open the shell. Remove and discard the top shell, leaving the oyster in the bottom shell. Slip the knife under the oyster, and detach it from the shell. Repeat with the rest of the oysters, and arrange them on their shells on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with parsley, bread crumbs and a grinding of pepper. Drizzle with the olive oil and bake in the oven for about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, transfer to a platter and serve warm. ● Serves 4

Wine Suggestion: Light semi-sparkling red

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