Arsters She-Stew

Well now, if you’re looking for a stew that’s as simple as Sunday morning, this is it.

Arsters She-Stew is oyster stew stripped down to the bare essentials: plump oysters, milk, a touch of flour for body, celery for crunch, and salt and pepper. That’s the whole thing.

Sixteen fresh oysters go into the pot with everything else and simmer until they curl at the edges and the broth turns creamy and briny.

Ladle it into two bowls and call it supper. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that stick with you.

Kitchen Tips

• Use the freshest oysters you can find. They’re the star of the show, so quality matters
• Don’t boil the stew hard or the oysters will turn rubbery. A gentle simmer is all you need
• A pat of butter stirred in at the end adds richness if you want it