Ingredients
makes 12 Servings
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from crustless white bread
21/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 small garlic clove, pressed
1/4 teaspoon Pernod or other anise-flavored liqueur (optional)
12oysters, freshly shucked and reserved on half shell with juicesLemon wedges
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat broiler. Place breadcrumbs in small bowl. Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Mix in garlic and Pernod, if desired. Pour butter mixture over breadcrumbs; stir to combine.
Step 2
Place oysters in their shells on large rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over. Broil until crumbs are golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer oysters in shells to plates. Serve with lemon wedges.