Oysters Rockefeller Chowder Recipe

Name: Oysters Rockefeller Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 Maryland select oysters and liquor; 6 strips bacon; 1 baking potato, like russet; 1 tablespoon minced shallots; 6 ounces liquorice flavored liqueur (Recommended: Pernod); 1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach; 1 quart heavy cream; 1/2 tablespoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup shredded white cheddar

Servings: persons

12 Maryland select oysters and liquor
6 strips bacon
1 baking potato, like russet
1 tablespoon minced shallots
6 ounces liquorice flavored liqueur (Recommended: Pernod)
1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
1 quart heavy cream
1/2 tablespoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shredded white cheddar

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Shuck oysters and reserve liquor.
2
Cook bacon, reserve fat, dice bacon.
3
Peel the potato, cut into 1/4-inch cubes, and hold in water.
4
In large saute pan, heat bacon fat; add shallots and saute.
5
Add liqueur and flambe.
6
Add the bacon and the spinach, and saute briefly.
7
Add heavy cream, oyster liquor, potato cubes, white pepper, nutmeg and salt.
8
Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low, simmer for 3 minutes.
9
Adjust seasonings if necessary.
10
Sprinkle with cheddar and serve with oyster crackers.
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533

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 Maryland select oysters and liquor, 6 strips bacon, 1 baking potato, like russet, 1 tablespoon minced shallots, and more.

Yes, Oysters Rockefeller Chowder 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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Oysters Rockefeller Chowder

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