Broiled Oysters with Spinach and Parmesan

Ingredients

Fresh oysters

12, in their half shells

Unsalted butter

4 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Fresh spinach

2 cups, chopped

Fresh parsley

1/4 cup, chopped

Breadcrumbs

1/2 cup

Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup, grated

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Lemon

1, cut into wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven's broiler on high.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Stir in the chopped spinach and parsley, cooking until the spinach wilts down, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Arrange the fresh oysters in their half shells on a baking sheet, ensuring they are stable and upright.
6. Spoon a generous amount of the spinach mixture onto each oyster, covering them completely.
7. Broil the oysters in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and golden brown. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute before serving. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the oysters for an extra burst of flavor.