Scalloped Oysters

Preheat oven to 350°.

In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and melted butter. Place eight 3-inch ramekins on a baking sheet. Add 2 tablespoons bread crumb mixture to each ramekin and gently press with fingers.

In a small bowl, combine cream, hot sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Place 3 oysters into each ramekin. Pour ¼ cup of cream mixture over oysters in each ramekin. Sprinkle remaining bread crumb mixture evenly on top; bake until bread crumbs are lightly browned and filling is bubbly, about 20 to 25 minutes. Garnish with lemon and parsley, if desired.