Miss Parloa's Young Housekeeper / Designed Especially to Aid Beginners; Economical Receipts for Those Who Are Cooking for Two or Three

by Maria Parloa

Oysters on Toast.

1-1/2 pints of oysters.

2 tablespoonfuls of butter.

1/2 teaspoonful of lemon juice.

1/10 teaspoonful of pepper.

Salt.

3 slices of toast.

Put the oysters in a frying-pan and set on the fire. When they begin to boil, skim them; then add the seasonings. Have the toast arranged on a hot dish and pour the oysters over it. Serve at once.