Oyster Stew

A simple and elegant oyster stew with butter, milk, and fresh Gulf oysters.

Ingredients

• 1.00 pt fresh oysters with liquor
• 4.00 tbsp butter
• 1.00 small onion , finely diced
• 2.00 cup whole milk
• 1.00 cup heavy cream
• salt , white pepper, and cayenne to taste
• oyster crackers
• fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Sauté onion until very soft, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Add oysters with their liquor.

4. 4

   Cook just until oyster edges begin to curl, about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in milk and cream.

6. 6

   Heat gently until hot but do not boil.

7. 7

   Season with salt, white pepper, and cayenne.

8. 8

   Serve immediately with oyster crackers and parsley.

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