2 pt. shucked oysters with their liquid
3 c. of Keebler Club cracker crumbs (Place whole crackers in plastic bag and smash with wooden mallet)
3/4 c. heavy (or light) cream
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1 c. butter

Drain, wash and pick over oysters (for shells). Save liquid from oysters.

Lightly grease shallow 8 cup baking dish.

Sprinkle 1/3 of crumbs into dish.

Arrange 1/2 of oysters over crumbs.

Combine oyster liquid with cream and sprinkle 1/2 over oysters.

Season with salt and pepper.

Repeat layering with crumbs, oysters, cream, salt and pepper. Be sure top layer is crumbs. Never have more than 2 oyster layers.

Spoon melted butter over top.

Bake uncovered at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.

Can be assembled to this point up to 2 hours in advance. Covered and refrigerate until baking time.

Serves 10-12.