directions
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Combine Basil Sorrel Pesto, lemon juice, Roses Lime juice and breadcrumbs in a small bowl
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Whisk together thoroughly. Scrub the oysters well under cool running water
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3
Discard any opened oysters
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Bring about 2 inches of water to a boil in a large covered pan
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Add the oysters and simmer for 15 minutes until they just crack open
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Drain in a colander. Crack the shells apart by inserting a paring knife between the two halves and discard the top shell
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Arrange the opened shells on baking dish
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Place under a hot broiler for about 4 minutes until the edges curl
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Remove from broiler and spoon 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of the pesto sauce over each oyster
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If the sauce is too thick to spread, thin with a little olive oil
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Serve hot
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Serves 4 to 6.
Oysters with Lemon Sorrel Sauce
ingredients
- 4 pounds very fresh, large Pacific oysters
- 1/2 cup Basil Sorrel Pesto (page 21)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Roses Lime juice
- 3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs