Oysters on the Half Shell with Mignonette Sauce

Mignonette sauce is a condiment traditionally served with raw oysters. The name "mignonette" originally referred to a sachet of peppercorns, cloves, and spices used to flavor liquids, but now simply means cracked pepper. So while different mignonette sauces may use different vinegars, all contain pepper and shallots.

For this recipe you’ll need:

• 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar

  1 shallot, minced

  Salt and pepper to taste

  Pinch of granulated sugar

  2 tablespoons sparkling wine, chilled

  2 teaspoons fresh parsley, rough chopped

  1 dozen fresh oysters, shucked on the half shell