Who can pass up a melt-in-your-mouth oyster paired with sizzling bacon? Enjoy Bacon-wrapped Oysters!
24 shucked oysters
8 slices of bacon
2 Tbsp (25 mL) fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
dash of paprika and pepper
Drain oysters. Precook bacon until edges are transparent; drain. Cut bacon strip into thirds and place on oyster on each piece. Season and sprinkle with parsley. Wrap bacon around oyster, secure with a toothpick. Arrange oysters on a baking sheet and place under broiler rack four inches (10 cm) from heat source. Broil for eight to 10 minutes, turning once, or until bacon is crisp.
Makes 24 appetizers.