Baked Italian Oysters
Cassanova was rumored to have eaten over 50 oysters to boost his libido – worth a shot! This rich oyster dish with Italian flavor has New Orleans roots.
Servings Prep Time
10-12servings 15minutes
Cook Time
25-30minutes
Servings Prep Time
10-12servings 15minutes
Cook Time
25-30minutes
Ingredients
  • 2pints oystersdrained
  • 1/3cup olive oil
  • 1teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/3cup chopped parsley
  • 1 bunch green onionschopped
  • 2cups Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/3cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4cup lemon juice
  • 1 bunch green onionschopped
  • 2cups Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1/3cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4cup lemon juice
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 ̊F. Coat shallow oblong 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Place drained oysters on in prepared baking dish.
  3. In bowl, combine remaining ingredients, spread evenly over oysters. Bake 25–30 minutes or until oysters are done and topping is browned.
Recipe Notes

Calories 193, Calories from Fat 42%, Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 405 mg, Carbohydrates 19 g, Dietary Fiber 2 g, Total Sugars 2 g, Protein 9 g, Diabetic Exchanges: 1 ½ starch, 1 lean meat, 1 fat

Nutritional Nugget: Oysters are high in the mineral zinc, which helps produce testosterone.

Serving Suggestion: Serve oysters with Barbecue Shrimp (page ?) and Angel Hair Pasta (page ?) and you’ll feel like you’re on a trip to New Orleans.