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Fresh oysters on a white plate on a rustic wooden table.

Creamy Oyster Stew

Diana
This oyster stew takes only 18 minutes to fix and cook. Serve the stew with crackers and a salad.
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Servings 4 servings
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Course Oysters, Soups
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 pints oysters with liquor
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • dash of ground cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the Serving Bowls: Place 1 tablespoon of butter in each of four bowls.
  • Simmer: In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk, cream, and oyster liquor to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Add the oysters and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes or until the edges of the oysters cool and they are heated through. Season the stew with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.
  • Garnish and Serve: Ladle into hot bowls and top with chopped parsley or chives. Serve with saltines or oyster crackers.
Keyword oyster stew, oysters, soups
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