Oysters Casino

Perfect for bacon lovers

Serves 4 People

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Ingredients

• 24 Barnes Wild Bluff Oysters

• 4 rashers bacon, chopped

• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion or spring onion

• 4 tablespoons butter

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

• 1/4 cup finely chopped green or red pepper

Method

Drain the oyster and placed in oyster shells. If shells are not available arrange a single layer of oysters in a shallow, medium-sized heatproof dish or in individual heatproof dishes. Fry chopped bacon until partially crisp, add onion and butter and continue cooking until onion is tender. Add the remaining 4 ingredients. Spread the bacon mixture over the oysters. Cook under a hot grill for about 5 minutes.

Variations

1. Oysters Casino can be baked at 200-220 degrees celsius for 10 minutes or until hot.

2. Celery, finely chopped, can replace the green or red pepper.

3. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before grilling.