Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 dozen fresh oysters, shucked
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1/2 cup butter
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1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
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1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
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1/4 cup finely chopped celery
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1/2 cup bread crumbs
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/4 cup Pernod (anise-flavored liqueur)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Rock salt for serving
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
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In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots, green onions, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
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Stir in the parsley, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese. Cook for a few minutes until the mixture is well combined and the breadcrumbs are golden.
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Remove the pan from heat and add the Pernod. Mix well.
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Place the shucked oysters on a baking dish lined with rock salt to stabilize them.
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Spoon the breadcrumb mixture over each oyster, covering it completely.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the topping is golden and bubbly.
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Serve the Oysters Rockefeller hot, and enjoy the rich, flavorful goodness!
