Oyster Stew

Name: Oyster Stew
Yield: Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons, unsalted butter; 1 , large shallot, minced; 1 stalk, celery, minced; 2 teaspoons, all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup, dry white wine, or champagne; 2 cups, heavy cream, warmed; 1 tablespoon, dry sherry; 1 teaspoon, lemon juice; 1 teaspoon, fresh parsley leaves, minced; 1 teaspoon, minced fresh chives; 1 teaspoon, fresh chervil leaves, minced; Pinch, cayenne pepper, ground; , Salt; 25 , shucked oysters with 1 cup oyster liquor reserved

Main Courses
Fish & Seafood
Stews

Despite the name, this is no thick, hearty seafood chowder. Good oyster stew is both thin and elegant.

SERVES 4 to 6

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