Scalloped Oysters

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Scalloped Oysters, a buttery, creamy casserole that showcases the briny richness of fresh oysters layered with golden, toasted breadcrumbs. This classic seafood recipe blends oyster liquor, milk, heavy cream, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce to create a velvety base infused with delicate umami flavors. Topped with hints of paprika and dotted with melted butter, this baked dish achieves a perfectly golden crust that seals in all the indulgent goodness. Garnished with fresh parsley, this crowd-pleasing centerpiece is perfect for holiday gatherings or an elegant appetizer. Quick to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, Scalloped Oysters combines simplicity with sophistication, making it a must-try for seafood lovers searching for a refined yet comforting dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 24 count fresh oysters
• 1 cup oyster liquor
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish or similar-sized baking dish.

Step 2

Drain the oysters, reserving the oyster liquor. If the liquor falls short of 1 cup, add enough water to make up the difference. Set both oysters and liquor aside.

Step 3

In a skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the breadcrumbs and stir to coat evenly. Toast the breadcrumbs lightly, stirring frequently, for about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, gently heat the milk, heavy cream, oyster liquor, salt, ground black pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally and do not let it boil. Remove from heat once the mixture is warm and well combined.

Step 5

Arrange a layer of oysters (half the total amount) at the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Pour half of the milk and cream mixture evenly over the oysters.

Step 6

Top the oysters with half of the browned breadcrumbs. Repeat the layers with the remaining oysters, cream mixture, and breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Dot the top of the breadcrumbs with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, cut into small pieces.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dish is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a delicious side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1575.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2499.3

Total Fat 149.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 683.1mg	0%
Sodium 5703.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 92.2g	0%

Vitamin D 2257.8IU	0%
Calcium 877.2mg	0%
Iron 61.1mg	0%
Potassium 1898.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.2%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 33.5%