If you can get your hands on some fresh oysters, do yourself a favor and make this magnificent oyster soup! Earthy in flavor, this cream-based soup has won high marks in this family; and has been added to our annual Thanksgiving menu. #addicting
Ingredients:
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 1 pint oysters and oyster liquor, separated
- 1 Tbs unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tsp. celery seed
- 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce
- 1/2 Tbs lemon juice
- 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms, optional
- fresh parsley or chives, chopped
In a medium to large saucepan, bring heavy cream and oyster liquor to a simmer over medium-high heat. Remove from heat.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add celery and salt and sweat for 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion and continue cooking for about 4 minutes. Add celery seed, hot pepper sauce, and oysters. Cook until oyster edges start to curl, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer oysters to a blender and add enough cream to cover. Puree until smooth. Add the blended oysters to the cream mixture along with the mushrooms, if desired, and heat through.
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