OYSTER STEW WITH VIRGINIA HAM

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Fresh oysters are gently simmered in a rich, smoky broth made with cream, apple cider, and Virginia ham for this super-savory, irresistible stew.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ounces Virginia ham
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 cup apple cider
2 cups heavy cream
24 oysters, shucked, liquor reserved (about 1/2 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Oyster crackers or toasted bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Using 2 forks, shred ham into bite-size pieces. (You should have 1 cup.)
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in ham. Increase heat to high and add cider; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, add cream, and heat through, stirring often, until just bubbling, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Stir in oysters and liquor; cook until oysters turn opaque and begin to curl, 1 to 2 minutes. Lightly season with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 bowls and serve, with crackers and more pepper.

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