Oyster Stew

Summary

Yield8
Prep Time30 minutes
Main IngredientSeafood/Fish
MealSoups + Stews

Description

Perfect stew for the holidays. I love it on Thanksgiving.

Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 gallon fresh shucked oysters
  • 2 T (1 piece) minced smoked bacon
  • 1 t Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 c thinly sliced celery
  • 1 c thinly sliced yellow onion
  • 1 large baking potato in very thin slices
  • 1 bouquet garni of 2 sprigs parsley, 2 sprigs fresh thyme and 2 sprigs fresh tarragon
  • 2 t paprika
  • 2 T worcestshire sauce
  • 2 c fish stock... (or clam juice)
  • 1⁄2 gal heavy cream
  • 2 T minced chives

Instructions

Drain the oysters. Strain and reserve the liquid.

Place a large pot over medium high heat. Add the bacon, swirl and add all the dry ingredients and vegetables.
When onions are cooked through add the oyster liquid and stock.

Bring to a slow boil and cook for 10 minutes. Add the cream. Cook, simmering for 5-8 minutes, until cream thickens.

Add the oysters and return to a very slow boil. Season with the worcestshire to taste, pull the herb sprigs and discard, and serve with buttered toast. Garnish with some minced chives.