Deviled Oysters

Gourmet food recipes are sometimes perceived as hard to prepare and only reserved for very special occasions. However, preparing gourmet meal should not be limited to special occasions alone. You can still prepare gourmet meals even on a regular basis. Gourmet meals do not need to be expensive. Being expensive cannot always be equated to quality and healthy food. Gourmet food can be inexpensive without sacrificing quality and health benefits. Seafood is one category of food that can be prepared in gourmet style without being too expensive.

Here is a seafood recipe that is both healthy and stylish. This recipe is called Deviled Oysters. You will need the following ingredients:

1 pint oysters, with liquid1/4 cup melted butter1 cup oyster crackers, crushed
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup minced parsley
1/2 cup grated or finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 hard cooked eggs, chopped
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup half-and-half or evaporated milk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Combine oysters, oyster liquid and other ingredients. Turn into buttered 2-quart casserole. Bake for about 15 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit.