Panama Angels on Horseback

Ingredients

 * 1 pint large fresh oysters
 * 12 slices bacon, cut in half
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * ⅛ teaspoon pepper
 * ⅛ teaspoon paprika
 * 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

 * 1) Drain oysters.
 * 2) Lay an oyster across ½ slice of bacon.
 * 3) Sprinkle each oyster with seasonings and parsley.
 * 4) Roll entire strip of bacon around oyster and fasten with toothpicks.
 * 5) Place oyster on a rack in a shallow baking dish.
 * 6) Bake in 450°F oven for 10 minutes or until bacon is crisp.
 * 7) Remove toothpicks and serve.