Deviled Oysters

• slices bread↗4
• pints oysters, drained and reserve juice↗2
• eggs↗3
• lemon, rind of, grated↗1
• green onions, finely chopped↗6
• cup finely chopped celery1
• cup finely chopped bell pepper1
• cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine↗1⁄2
• tablespoon Worcestershire sauce↗1
• hot pepper sauce (I use Tabasco)↗
• salt↗
• black pepper↗
• cracker crumb↗
• butter or margarine↗

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Crumble bread in mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Add oysters, oyster juice, and eggs; mix well.

3. 3

   Add grated lemon rind; beat well.

4. 4

   Saute onions, celery, and bell pepper in butter until transparent.

5. 5

   Add oyster mixture, Worcestershire, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.

6. 6

   Cook stirring constantly, until oysters curl.

7. 7

   Place mixture in individual ramekins or casserole dish.

8. 8

   Sprinkle cracker crumbs on top; dot with butter.

9. 9

   Bake in 350 degrees about 30-40 minutes until bubbly and slightly browned.