Creamed Oysters with Buttered Bread

Directions

Drain oysters and reserve ¼ cup liquid.

Melt butter in a saucepan over moderate heat, blend in flour, slowly add cream, and heat stirring until thickened.

Add reserved liquid, lemon juice, nutmeg and paprika, reduce heat and simmer, stirring 1 minute.

Add oysters and cook, swirling pan occasionally, 4 to 5 minutes until edges begin to curl.

Serve as is or spooned over buttered toast.