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Add a photoBaked oysters are usually served as an appetizer for wine tasting menus since they are light, have a distinctive taste and party vibe. Oysters have a deliciously briny and flavorful meat and are considered a delicacy around the world.
This baked oyster recipe has a cheese filling with four types of cheese. You can omit the smoked paprika if you don’t like the smoky flavor.
Ingredients
- 16 fresh oysters
- 5 oz ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Monterey jack cheese
- 1/4 cup grated cheddar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 oz bacon
- 1 oz chopped spinach
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
- Cut bacon into smaller pieces and cook until crisp. Set aside to cool.
- Shuck the oysters and leave them in the bottom half of the shell.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Squeeze the chopped spinach to remove excess moisture.
- In a bowl, combine ricotta, Monterey jack cheese, cheddar, bacon bits, spinach, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Set the oysters in their shells on the baking sheet.
- Scoop a dollop of cheese filling and top over the oyster.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 10 minutes, until the cheese is golden. Serve warm.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 148g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 312 | |
| Calories from Fat 216 | 69% |
| Total Fat 24.1g | 30% |
| Saturated Fat 11.02g | 44% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium 562mg | 23% |
| Potassium 247mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs 6.64g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.65g | 0% |
| Protein 16.87g | 27% |
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