Oyster Rockefeller Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 dozen fresh oysters, shucked (reserve oyster liquor)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
• 2 tablespoons Pernod or any anise-flavored liqueur (optional but recommended)
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)