Oyster Stew

By kctchr

Ingredients

• Oysters, with liquor -- 2 pints
• Whole milk -- 4 cups
• Salt and white pepper -- to taste
• Tabasco or cayenne pepper - dash or pinch
• Butter -- 3 to 4 tablespoons

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from whats4eats.com

Preparation

Step 1

Add the oysters, their liquor and the milk to a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan. Place over medium-low heat and just bring to a simmer. Do not boil. Remove from heat when the edges of the oysters begin to curl, 4 to 6 minutes.

Variations

If you prefer, start by lightly sautéing 1/4 cup of minced onion or leek and 2 to 3 tablespoons minced celery in the butter. Add the oysters, their liquour and the milk and proceed with the recipe.

Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or a splash of dry sherry for extra flavor.

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