creamed oysters

28 Pinches
WASHINGTON, LA
Updated on Dec 28, 2011
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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pint shucked oysters, do not drain
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup light cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 dash nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 slices lightly buttered toast

How To Make creamed oysters

  • Step 1
    Drain oysters and reserve 1/4 cup liquid.
  • Step 2
    Melt butter in a saucepan over moderate heat, blend in flour, slowly add cream, and heat stirring until thickened.
  • Step 3
    Add reserved liquid, lemon juice, nutmeg and paprika, reduce heat and simmer, stirring 1 minute.
  • Step 4
    Add oysters and cook, swirling pan occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes until edges begin to curl.
  • Step 5
    Serve as is or spooned over buttered toast.

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