Name: Chesapeake Oyster Bisque
Ingredients: 1 qt Oysters; 1 Bay leaves; 2 Onions; 2 Celery stalks; 1/2 c Butter; 1/4 c Flour; 1/2 ts Salt; 1/4 ts White pepper; 1 pt Cream; 1/4 c Sherry

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Dairy		Soups	24	Servings

INGREDIENTS

1	qt	Oysters
1		Bay leaves
2		Onions
2		Celery stalks
1/2	c	Butter
1/4	c	Flour
1/2	ts	Salt
1/4	ts	White pepper
1	pt	Cream
1/4	c	Sherry

INSTRUCTIONS

Slice onions.  Dice celery. Drain oysters and save liquid. Oysters may be
chopped or left whole as desired. Add water to oyster liquid to make 1 qt.
In stock pot, combine bay leaf, one onion, and bay leaf and simmer for
about 1 hour uncovered.  Remove from heat; allow to cool for about 1 hour,
strain, and set aside. In butter, saute remaining onion and celery; cook
for about 5 minutes or till pale in color. Add flour and stir well, but DO
NOT BROWN.  Add some strained oyster stock: stir well tp prevent lumps from
forming.  Add remaining stock and heat till hot and thickened (about 10-15
minutes).  Add oysters and cream. Heat about 5 minutes more. Add sherry and
ladle into serving bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.
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