Classic Oyster Stew

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Classic Oyster Stew is a comforting and elegant dish, perfect for a cozy meal. With its rich and creamy base, this stew is a delightful way to enjoy fresh oysters. Serve it hot with toasted bread for a complete experience.

This American classic features fresh oysters in a luscious half-and-half base, enhanced with aromatic celery and shallots. Ideal for cozy dinners, this stew pairs beautifully with toasted bread.

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Overview

This classic oyster stew is a comforting and elegant dish, perfect for a cozy meal. With its rich and creamy base, this stew is a delightful way to enjoy fresh oysters. Serve it hot with toasted bread for a complete experience.

Diet Type

Pescatarian

Allergies

Dairy, Shellfish

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.5 Cups butter, melted
• 1 Cup celery, minced
• 3 Tablespoons shallots, minced
• 1 Quart half-and-half cream
• 2 12 Ounces fresh shucked oysters, undrained
• 1 Pinch cayenne pepper, to taste
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste

Steps

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced celery and minced shallots; cook and stir until shallots are tender, about 3 to 5 minutes.
3. Heat half-and-half in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the celery and shallot mixture, stirring continuously until just about to boil.
4. Add oysters and their liquid to the pot. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
5. Cook, stirring continuously, until the oysters curl at the ends.
6. Turn off the heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your oyster stew with a side of toasted bread.

Enjoy your delicious Classic Oyster Stew!