Simple Slow Cooker Oyster Stew
A luxurious oyster stew, prepared in a slow cooker, features plump fresh oysters, creamy whole milk and butter, fragrant shallots, and tangy Worcestershire sauce for a warming, satisfying meal.
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Instructions
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Pour 2 quarts whole milk into a slow cooker, cover, and cook on high for 1.5 hours.
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Melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat; add 1 minced shallot and cook for 2 minutes.
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Add 2 pints oysters with their liquid, 1.5 teaspoons salt, a dash of cayenne pepper, and 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; simmer on low until oyster edges curl.
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Stir the oyster mixture into the hot milk in the slow cooker, reduce heat to low, and continue cooking for 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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Garnish with chives or parsley and serve with oyster crackers.