Chesapeake Oyster Stew For Two Recipe

Name: Chesapeake Oyster Stew For Two
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices bread, rustic; 2 anchovy fillets; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 8 oysters, fresh from the Chesepeake if you can get them; 1/4 cup oyster liquor; 1 stalk celery, with leaves; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 ounce sherry wine; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 cup half-and-half

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Bring water to boil in the bottom half of a double boiler.
3
Lightly toast the two slices of bread.
4
Remove the bread slices from the oven and spread with the butter/anchovy mixture.
5
While the bread is toasting, bring water to a boil in the bottom of a double boiler.
6
When the water is boiling, place the top of the double boiler on the bottom, making sure the water doesn't touch the bottom of the top (begins to sound like gibberish).
7
Add one tablespoon of butter, the oysters, the oyster liquor, the celery, Worcestershire sauce and sherry. Stir constantly and do not allow the stew to boil.
8
As soon as the edges of the oysters start to curl, add the cream and stir.
9
Place the buttered bread in the oven and toast till anchovy butter is melted and 'crostinis' start to brown.
10
When stew is close to, but NOT boiling, remove from heat, remove and discard celery and season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
11
Pour into two bowls.
12
Divide the remaining tablespoon of butter between the two bowls and garnish with paprika.
13
Serve with anchovy toasts.
14
While you are dishing out the stew, have your guest open the champagne.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices bread, rustic, 2 anchovy fillets, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 8 oysters, fresh from the Chesepeake if you can get them, and more.

Yes, Chesapeake Oyster Stew For Two falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chesapeake Oyster Stew For Two

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Variations & substitutions

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