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Oyster Stew
SUBMITTED BY: Unknown


INGREDIENTS
˝ gallon fresh shucked oysters
2T (1 piece)minced smoked bacon
1t Old Bay seasoning
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
1 large baking potato in very thin slices
Bouquet garni of 2 sprigs parsley, 2 sprigs fresh thyme and 2 sprigs fresh tarragon
2t paprika
2T worcestshire sauce
2 cups fish stock… (or clam juice)
˝ gallon heavy cream
2T minced chives


DIRECTIONS
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.

Serves 8-12.