Indulge in the classic delicacy of Scalloped Oysters, a timeless dish that combines the briny sweetness of plump oysters with a creamy, cheesy sauce, all enveloped in a golden-brown crust. This culinary masterpiece has graced tables for centuries and continues to captivate seafood enthusiasts with its rich flavors and elegant presentation.
This article presents a comprehensive guide to preparing Scalloped Oysters, featuring three distinct recipes that cater to different preferences and skill levels. The first recipe, "Classic Scalloped Oysters," offers a straightforward approach to this timeless dish, ensuring a delectable outcome with minimal effort. For those seeking a more indulgent experience, the "Deluxe Scalloped Oysters" incorporates a luxurious blend of cheeses and a crispy breadcrumb topping, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures. And for those with dietary restrictions, the "Gluten-Free Scalloped Oysters" provide a delectable alternative that caters to gluten-free diets without compromising taste or texture.
CHEF JOHN'S SCALLOPED OYSTERS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine saltine crackers and butter in a bowl; stir until all crumbs are saturated with butter.
- Spread 1/3 of the saltines mixture on the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Pour half of the oysters with their liquor over the saltines mixture. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Repeat with next 1/3 of saltines and remaining oysters. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and Italian parsley.
- Sprinkle remaining saltines mixture over the oysters. Drizzle cream slowly and evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling and browned, 40 to 45 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.7 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Cholesterol 125.4 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 469.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
PERFECT SCALLOPED OYSTERS
My family- husband, children and grandchildren- all look forward to this easy seafood side dish. It's one I've made for well over 30 years.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine cracker crumbs, butter, salt and pepper; sprinkle a third into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Arrange half of the oysters over crumbs. Top with another third of the crumb mixture and the remaining oysters. , Combine cream and Worcestershire sauce; pour over oysters. Top with remaining crumb mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until top is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 29g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 508mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
Mild oyster taste with a crunch crumb topping.
Provided by Debbie Thomas
Categories Side Dish
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Butter a shallow baking dish.
- Combine bread crumbs and cracker crumbs; stir in the melted butter. Place a thin layer of the crumb mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer the oysters over the crumbs and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Pour 2 tablespoons oyster liquid and 1 tablespoon milk over the top. Repeat then cover the top layer with the remaining crumb mixture.
- Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 471.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
Make and share this Scalloped Oysters recipe from Food.com.
Provided by GrandmaIsCooking
Categories Winter
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (Fahrenheit).
- Butter a shallow baking dish with the 2 tablespoons butter.
- Drain the oysters, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid.
- Layer half the oysters in the bottom.
- Cover oysters with half of the cracker crumbs.
- Cover crumbs with the rest of the oysters.
- Mix together the cream, worcestershire sauce, melted butter, salt and pepper.
- Pour mixture over the layers in the dish.
- Cover with the remaining crumbs, and dot with additional butter if desired.
- Bake for 45 minutes and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 683.1, Fat 40.3, SaturatedFat 23.8, Cholesterol 159.3, Sodium 961.5, Carbohydrate 61.9, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.5, Protein 18.4
EASY SCALLOPED OYSTERS
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pour the butter into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Mix the oysters, cream of mushroom soup, evaporated milk, crackers, and eggs together in the baking dish until well blended.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the center of the mixture is set and the edges are slightly browned, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 85.4 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
This recipe is a tradition in my husband's family for holiday meals. It is so easy to prepare, and everyone always loves it!-Marty Rummel, Trout Lake, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream and pepper. Stir in oysters and crackers. Pour into 12 greased 6-oz. ramekins or custard cups; place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
Choose fresh, briny oysters that are small or medium in size.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees with rack in top position. Brush a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring frequently, until breadcrumbs are golden brown and crisp, about 10 minutes. Stir in parsley, and remove from heat. Sprinkle half the breadcrumbs evenly in baking dish, and transfer remaining breadcrumbs to a plate.
- Wipe pan clean, and return to stove. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Saute celery and scallions, stirring occasionally, until scallions just begin to soften but celery is still bright green, about 2 minutes. Stir in thyme. Add sherry, and simmer 30 seconds. Add cream, and bring to a boil. Stir in reserved oyster liquor, the nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove from heat, and stir in oysters.
- Spread oyster mixture evenly over breadcrumbs in baking dish. Top with remaining breadcrumbs, and bake until bubbling and oysters are just cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes. Serve immediately.
CRACKER CRUMB SCALLOPED OYSTERS
This recipe from an old Better Homes and Garden cookbook is a favorite my mom would make for my dad at holidays. My mom adapted it a little by decreasing the amount of cracker crumbs and increasing the amount of butter. I make it for my dad now, and I have found that I like it too.
Provided by rochsann
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain oysters, reserving 1/4 cup liquid.
- Combine crumbs and butter.
- Spread 1/3 of crumbs in a greased shallow 8-inch pan.
- Cover with half of the oysters.
- Sprinkle with pepper.
- Using another third of crumbs, spread a second layer; cover with remaining oysters.
- Sprinkle again with pepper.
- Combine cream, oyster liquid, Worcestershire, and salt.
- Pour over the oysters.
- Top with the last of the crumbs.
- Bake at 350 degrees about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.8, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 14, Cholesterol 117.1, Sodium 545.8, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 15.2
SCALLOPED OYSTERS II
This is my own recipe that I've made for years and I'm always asked for the recipe.
Provided by Erma Whitney
Categories Side Dish
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish and set aside.
- Place oysters and their liquid in a 4 quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat until oysters curl around the edges. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg and 1/3 cup milk. Add 1/2 of the crushed crackers, oysters and any remaining liquid; mix together well.
- Place 1/2 of remaining crushed crackers into prepared pan. Pour oyster mixture into pan and cover with the last of the crushed crackers. Add enough milk to almost submerge crackers. Dot top with butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 72.7 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 482.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
This recipe was given to me by a friend at my former workplace. This is a side dish that my Grandmother used to serve at every holiday dinner. Now, my Dad and I seem to be the only ones that appreciate it. I'll be making this tomorrow for the two of us.
Provided by Kelly Lollman
Categories Seafood
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Drain the oysters, reserving 1/2 cup oyster liquor for later.
- 2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over a low flame. Add the salt, pepper and smoked paprika and whisk until blended. Add the crushed crackers and stir until well blended.
- 3. In a 9x9" baking pan, spread about 1/4 of the cracker mixture. Place about 1/3 of the oysters over them. Repeat this process until the crackers and oysters are gone, ending with a layer of cracker mixture on top.
- 4. In the same saucepan that the butter was in, whisk together the oyster liquor, heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture over the layered crackers and oysters.
- 5. Cover the oysters and place in the refrigerator for at least three hours. Let stand at room temp for about 20 minutes before baking.
- 6. Place pan on center rack in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F and bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until the liquid is bubbly and topping is golden brown.
JOAN'S SCALLOPED OYSTERS
This has been a Thanksgiving and Christmas family favorite for years. It's included in both of our family cookbooks and now the third generation (my 26 year old Navy boy, contributing to his first Thanksgiving away, wanted the 'dummy' version) is fixing it.
Provided by Joan
Categories Side Dish
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Combine the cracker crumbs, salt, pepper, and butter in a bowl until evenly moistened. Butter a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish and sprinkle about 1/3 of the cracker crumb mixture into it.
- Drain the oysters, reserving the liquid. Add enough clam juice to the oyster liquid to make 3/4 cup; set aside. Layer half of the oysters into the casserole dish and sprinkle with half of the cracker crumbs. Arrange the remaining oysters atop the crumbs. Whisk together the oyster liquid, cream, Worcestershire sauce, and hot pepper sauce. Drizzle over the oysters and sprinkle with the remaining cracker crumbs.
- Bake in the preheated oven until hot in the center and golden on top, 40 to 50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 97.3 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 357.8 mg, Sugar 1 g
SOUTHERN SCALLOPED OYSTERS
This makes a great brunch dish. Or a light supper with a green salad.
Provided by Mikekey *
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until tender. Remove from heat and stir in celery salt, cayenne, Worcestershire and lemon juice.
- 3. Combine saltine crumbs and parsley in a bowl.
- 4. Drain oysters, reserving 1/3 cup liquor.
- 5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup saltine mixture in bottom of prepared baking dish; layer half the oysters and half the remaining crumbs. Drizzle with half the butter and onion mixture. Repeat layers.
- 6. Combine eggs, half and half and reserved oyster liquor; mix well. Pour over oyster layers,
- 7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until set.
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain oysters, reserving 1/2 cup oyster liquor (liquid from oyster container). Place cracker crumbs in a large mixing bowl; sprinkle evenly with salt. Drizzle butter over crumbs, tossing to combine. Whisk together 1/2 cup reserved oyster liquor, half-and-half, and Worcestershire sauce. Place one-third crumb misture evenly on the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish; top with half of oysters. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pour half of cream mixture evenly over oysters. Repeat layers, ending with crumb mixture. Cover and chill at least 8 hours. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking. Bake at 3500 for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
I love to serve oysters this way.
Provided by patricia taylor
Categories Seafood
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. In a greased 2-quart casserole, place alternate layers of oysters and crackers, doting with butter and sprinkling with salt and pepper. End with a layer of crumbs.
- 2. Add milk until liquid almost reaches top of casserole. Dot with remaining butter. Bake in preheated oven at 350 degrees F for 45-60 minutes until browned.
SCALLOPED OYSTERS
This is a welcomed appetizer or main meal to serve ~ few ingredients which brings out the flavors of the oysters ~ and quick to make ! The picture is of an Oyster Grant in Wellfleet, MA ~
Provided by Carol Junkins
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Mix all ingredients together. Place in buttered casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, plump oysters for the best flavor and texture.
- Use a good quality white wine for the sauce, as it will add a lot of flavor to the dish.
- Don't overcook the oysters, as they will become tough and chewy.
- Serve the scalloped oysters immediately, as they are best when hot and bubbly.
Conclusion:
Scalloped oysters are a classic dish that is perfect for any special occasion. They are easy to make and always a hit with guests. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe is sure to impress. So next time you are looking for a delicious and elegant dish to serve, give scalloped oysters a try. You won't be disappointed!
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