Warm Oysters Au Gratin Recipe

Ingredients:

• 12 fresh oysters
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 tsp dry mustard powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Gruyere cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Shuck the oysters and place them on a baking dish.
3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
4. Whisk in the flour until smooth and cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbly.
5. Gradually stir in the milk and continue cooking, whisking often, until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer.
6. Add the mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper and stir well.
7. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the Parmesan and Gruyere cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
8. Spoon the sauce over the oysters, making sure they are all covered in sauce.
9. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the top of the sauce.
10. Bake the oysters for 10-12 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Verdict:

This warm oysters au gratin recipe is a delicious and decadent appetizer that your guests will absolutely love. The combination of creamy, cheesy sauce with the briny flavor of the oysters is a heavenly match. Don’t forget to serve them piping hot, right from the oven!

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this dish with crusty French bread or crackers for scooping up all the delicious sauce. You can also pair it with a crisp white wine, like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio to balance the richness of the dish.