Holiday Oyster Stew - Recipe

A holiday essential around many homes. While it may be hard to get the oysters done just perfectly without over cooking, this recipe makes it super simple.

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Directions

Warm milk and cream over low heat, set aside.

In a large skillet, melt butter. Cook onion and celery until translucent. Add to milk and cream mixture.

Combine flour, salt, Tabasco sauce and cold water; blend to a smooth paste. Stir into oysters. Place in skillet over very low heat and cook for about five minutes or just until edges curl, stirring gently.

Pour oysters into milk and cream mixture. Remove from heat; cover. Let stand 15 minutes to blend flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
-		1/4 cup butter or margarine
-		2 stalks celery, finely diced
-		1/2 onion, finely diced
-		3 cups milk
-		1 cup light cream
-		1 1/2 tablespoons flour
-		1 1/2 teaspoons salt
-		1 dash tabasco sauce
-		2 tablespoons cold water
-		1 pint oysters, with liquid