How to Make Oyster Stew for Christmas

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

oysters

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Mushrooms provide umami flavor, while canned clams are more affordable.

Shuck 20 oysters and place them in a strainer to drain.

Melt 4 to 5 tablespoons of butter in a large pot until foamy.

Add 1/4 cup of small diced shallots and 1/4 cup of celery; sauté until tender, about 2 minutes.

Add the oyster liquor to the sautéed vegetables.

Pour in 1 quart of heavy cream and 1/4 cup of perno; allow the mixture to reduce by a third, about 10 minutes.

Once bubbling, add the oysters to the pot and cook until they curl up, indicating they are done.

Turn off the heat and serve the oyster stew in bowls, placing 2 to 3 oysters per bowl.

Finish with fresh chopped herbs and a sprinkle of red pepper (cayenne) for heat.

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