I had never heard of oyster stew. In my mind, I envisioned rice and rich brown gravy. As I am partial to oysters, I was still determining what to expect when I arrived at Peggy Perry Giglio's home. I ...

In CNN anchor Erin Burnett’s childhood home, Christmas Eve and her mother’s New England oyster stew went hand in hand. Every December 24, savory aromas of simmering butter, milk and oysters heralded ...

I admit it. There was a time when I was sick of oyster stew. I couldn’t even hear the name of the bivalve without having to leave the room. But this was after a month of experimenting, in a small ...

When eating out, I slurp oysters raw, as shooters or on the half-shell with mignonette sauce. I love them dusted with cornmeal or panko breadcrumbs, and fried. At home, though, I prefer to whip up a ...

2 teaspoons yellow or redcurry paste, or to taste (see Note 1) 2 cups fish or chicken stock 1 19-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk Heat the oil in a deep saucepan or soup pot over moderate heat. Add ...

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium low heat. Sauté the onions until brown. Slowly pour in the milk, while stirring to avoid curdling. Add the oysters and stir until thickened and oysters are ...

HYDE PARK, N.Y. — Oysters have the reputation of being the ultimate passion-inducing food. However the oyster is served, savored raw on the half shell or hidden beneath a stuffing of spinach, butter, ...

Combine the oysters and their liquor, Worcestershire, seasoning and butter. Simmer over medium heat for two minutes. Heat the cream separately. Pour the warmed oysters in a tureen and top with hot ...

PLYMOUTH — So, I’ve been trying to find oyster stew — any version — in restaurants, grocery stores, even my memory. I really wanted to taste that delicious brew again. Why? Because my Mom made it for ...

I know Christmas is near when I see grocery stores stock up on their oyster offerings. Maybe it’s because I live in the Midwest and oysters are a specialty. Imagine ...