"Fresh oysters are a big deal on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, so Oyster Stew is a Christmas Eve tradition in this part of the country!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 ½ cups whole milk, at room temperature
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½ cup half-and-half or heavy cream, at room temperature
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon pepper
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⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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4 tablespoons butter
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1 pint shucked oysters, liquor included
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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For garnish: chopped fresh chives, sliced green onions, or a dash of paprika