Recipe for oysters warmed with AOP Ossau-Iraty foam.

Shuck the oysters and set them aside in a pot. Strain the juice and clean the hollow part of the oyster.

Slice the leeks, gently sauté them in butter, and add cream.

Finely chop a shallot and mince the ginger.

Reduce the shallots, ginger, and leeks in a saucepan, then add the cream and salt.

Bring to a boil and add butter and drizzle with oyster juice. Add the cheese, finely chopped chives, and blend. Warm the oysters in their juice. Fill the shells with leeks fondue.

To finish, layer with an oyster and drizzle with sauce. It is possible to gratin the oysters in the oven for 5 minutes and place a small shaving of cheese on top.