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Recipe:
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Oyster Stew
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Servings:
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Ingredients:
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32 ounces oysters, with juice*(about 2 pints)
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5 cups half and half
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8 tablespoons butter (1 stick)
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 1/2 cups oyster crackers
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Paprika for garnish
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Hot Sauce of Choice
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Procedure:
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Combine all ingredients, except oyster crackers, paprika,and hot sauce in a large saucepan and, stirring often, bring almost to a boil--don't allow to actually boil or liquid may curdle.*
Immediately reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring often.
Serve topped with oyster crackers and a sprinkling of paprika. Have hot sauce available for those who want a bit more spice.
*It is not a problem if the liquid curdles--it will not affect the taste of the stew. It's just not quite at attractive as it is if the liquid isn't curdled. The reason for curdling is due to enzymes in the fresh oysters that can cause a chemical reactionwhich allows the proteins to coagulate, thus causing curdling.
Not allowing the liquid to boil, keeping it at a low temperature while cooking, and stirring often will help prevent curdling.
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Author:
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Big Daddy
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Contributor:
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admin
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