How To Make Oysters Rockefeller
The briny, fresh flavors of oysters are wonderfully complemented by DVX Brut sparkling wine‘s acidity and complexity. Oysters Rockefeller, topped with a creamy spinach and herb sauce, enhance the creaminess of the wine’s mid-palate. This is the perfect appetizer recipe for a Holiday celebration and will make a beautiful impression!
Ingredients
- 24 fresh, unopened oysters
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 shallots, minced
- 9 ounces of baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon white wine
- 12 ounces of heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Pecorino cheese, grated
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 lemons for one tablespoon of juice and the rest sliced into wedges for serving
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
Directions
- Clean oysters.
- Open the oysters, cutting under the oyster. Place on a baking sheet. Refrigerate until needed.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the spinach and sauté until wilted. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add the white wine to the pan.
- Add the lemon juice, heavy cream, Pecorino cheese and black pepper to the spinach. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat. Continue cooking until the mixture resembles creamed spinach.
- Refrigerate the spinach mixture until cool.
- Once cool, top each oyster with one teaspoon of the spinach mixture.
- Top each oyster with panko bread crumbs
- Place the loaded oysters in the oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve the oysters on a plate laden with rock salt and lemon wedges.
Perfect Pairing
2016 DVX
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