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Start this easy oyster recipe by putting the oil and butter into a medium sized pot on medium heat.
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When the butter is melted, add the shallots and celery and cook until they are soft, about 5 minutes. Add in the garlic, cayenne, thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook just until you can smell the garlic.
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Now add the heavy cream and milk and cook until your stew just starts to simmer, but is not boiling. Turn down the heat and add your oysters along with the brine they came in. Cook until the oysters just start to turn up around the edges - any longer and your oysters are going to get rubbery.
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Portion your stew into three bowls and divide the chives, fresh parsley, and lime juice into each bowl.
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It's as easy as that to make oyster stew! This oyster stew recipe can be served on its own as an appetizer or can be eaten as a meal with salad or fresh bread on the side, or both! Crackers are also a popular item to eat with oyster stew.