Top with another third of the crumb mixture and the remaining oysters. Ive made this simple oyster casserole every thanksgiving and christmas for over a decade, and im not sure either side of the family would have it any other way. Simmer and reduce the liquid to yield 1 14 cup liquid. Combine cream, oyster liquid, worcestershire, and salt. Instead of oyster dressing or scalloped oysters, try an ethereal breadcrumb pudding packed with plump, perfectly cooked bivalves. Oct 06, 2010 in the south carolina low country where john martin taylor grew up, no thanksgiving dinner is complete without an oyster pie. Scalloped oysters with cocktail sauce our state magazine. Pour in half of the oysters and mix into crackers a bit with. My mother called them scalloped oysters and use this recipe and my whole.
In the same saucepan that the butter was in, whisk together the oyster liquor, heavy cream and worcestershire sauce. Pour half of the oysters with their liquor over the saltines mixture. Place a layer of cracker crumbs over bottom of buttered baking dish, then a layer of. You can rate this recipe by giving it a score of one, two, three, or four forks, which will be averaged out with other cooks ratings. Scalloped oysters make a salty, creamy and crunchy treat. Oysters in particular can turn bad relatively quickly. Dec 09, 2019 this scalloped oyster casserole calls for minimal ingredients, effectively spotlighting the fresh, briny flavor of the oysters, which are complemented simply with crushed crackers. Use fresh oysters the fresher, the better, for this dish. But of course, the oyster crackers that you can buy in the store arent gluten free or low carb. Depending on where you grew up, you might know it as oyster dressing, oyster pie, or even scalloped oysters. When we started out, we didnt calculate the nutritional values of our recipes. Discover decadence with this rich, creamy and delicious scalloped oyster casserole. This scalloped oyster casserole calls for minimal ingredients, effectively spotlighting the fresh, briny flavor of the oysters, which are complemented simply with crushed crackers.
Scalloped oysters should be puffy and moist, crunchy on top. Repeat the layers one more time, reserving some of the cracker crumbs for the topping. Place a thin layer of crumb mixture in the bottom of the casserole. In the south, we have two primary hash brown casseroles.
In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream and pepper. Drain oysters, reserving 12 cup oyster liquor liquid from oyster container. I have best results with glutino crackers and scharrs. Combine cream, oyster liquid, worcestershire, pour over the oysters. It might be confusing that these scalloped oysters dont include any. This is a family tradition for the holidays, and some of the e, oysters haters have even begun to enjoy this salty, crunchy side dish now. Stir in reserved oyster liquor, the nutmeg, and 14 teaspoon pepper. Scalloped oysters recipe make with ritz type crackers this recipe was given to me by a friend at my former workplace. Mar, 2011 but the recipe hanna wants to share has treasured family connections. Repeat this process until the crackers and oysters are gone, ending with a layer of cracker mixture on top. Visit for the ingredients and over 500 other video recipes. Add cream, return to a simmer, then remove from heat.
For many families in some regions of the united states, this dish is a thanksgiving and christmas tradition that is made every year. Add vermouth and cook, stirring, until thickened and bubbly, 2 to 3 minutes. Ill try to calculate it and get them up this afternoon. Creamy scalloped oyster casserole recipe the spruce eats. If you wish to reduce the sodium, use unsalted crackers, unsalted butter, and reduce the amount of celery salt. Top with half of oysters and half of whipping cream mixture. Pour this mixture over the layered crackers and oysters. Spread onethird of the cracker crumbs in the bottom of the dish. Layer the oysters over the crumbs and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Cracker crumb scalloped oysters recipe in 2020 oyster. Step 3 spread oyster mixture evenly over breadcrumbs in baking dish. This is a side dish that my grandmother used to serve at every holiday dinner.
Pour oyster milk mixture over top of casserole and bake immediately allowing it to sit out will make the crackers. Saltines are the traditional base for a scalloped oyster casserole, but you can use butterflavored crackers for a little more flavor. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter over mediumhigh heat. This recipe is no fuss, one pot yummyness for oyster fans. This southern specialty marries briny oysters with saltines and butter for a simple, succulent gratin. Put a thin layer in bottom of a buttered shallow bakingdish, cover with oysters, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. If it looks dry add a little more liquid but remember gluten free crackers depending on brand will either get real soggy or not soak it up. Sue gleiter, pennlive for some families, scalloped oysters are as much a tradition. This classic oyster dish is a snap to prepare, plus it is so delicious. Homemade grain free oyster crackers simply so healthy. What are oyster crackers and how did they get their name. Spread of the saltines mixture on the bottom of a 9xinch casserole dish. The rich dish is made with fresh oysters in a cracker crumb and butter mixture. To guide a new future for the oyster industry on the chesapeake bay and in coastal regions around the world.
However, i would cut the amount of crackers next time by about a third. Cover with remaining oysters, season, and top with bread crumbs. Its a dish of scalloped oysters, crunchy with crackers and rich with butter, milk and a tangy touch of worcestershire sauce. Make a second layer of cracker crumbs and melted butter. Use butter or pam in bottom of pan or casserole dish. Pour oyster liquid and milk over last layer of crumbs. I layers the crackers, oysters and pats of butter in a 3 quart cas. Oldfashioned oyster stew a coalcracker in the kitchen. Season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Oyster casserole has graced southern thanksgiving tables for decades we published our first oyster casserole recipe back in 1967. Oyster crackers are docked holes are made in the dough and slow baked at low temperatures until crisp, and their flavors can range from bland to a little bit buttery. Here are some kitchen tools i use to make simple oyster casserole. Scalloped oysters recipe scalloped oyster dressing. They made the perfect side for any meal and were an absolutely addictive snack on their own.
This classic oyster dish is a snap to prepare, plus it is scrumptious. Put a thin layer of crumbs in bottom of a buttered 2 quart baking dish. Drain the oysters and place the oyster liquor in a pan with heavy cream, clam juice, wine, parsley, thyme and bay leaf over medium high heat. Our premium oyster farms on marylands eastern shore combine leadingedge science with generations of experience on the water to develop innovative practices to produce seed, systems and strategies for farmers, conservationists and job creators. Place a thin layer of the crumb mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Traditional thanksgiving dressings takes on a new spin with the use of seafood and crackers. Place layer of oysters, sprinkle layer of crushed saltine crackers 2 or more packages. The oysters in this casserole bake into a taste and texture thats unlike a fried. My family husband, children and grandchildren all look forward to this easy seafood side dish. Scalloped oysters are fantastic served as a special side dish. Combine saved oyster liquor and enough of the cream to make one cup.
My grandmother used to make scalloped oysters for holidays and they were always my favorite. This simple oyster casserole will become a favorite dish for. Scalloped oysters are a popular thanksgiving day side dish in some regions of the country. Their brininess helps to cut the richness of the custard. Sep 28, 2015 drain oysters, reserving 12 cup oyster liquor liquid from oyster container. Scalloped oysters 1 pint oysters 1 cup cracker crumbs 4 tablespoons oyster liquor 1 2 cup melted butter 2 tablespoons milk or cream salt 1 2 cup stale bread crumbs pepper. Cream and milk make it rich, and cracker crumbs provide texture. Scalloped oysters recipe oyster recipes, scalloped oysters. For some families, scalloped oysters are as much a tradition on thanksgiving day as the turkey. Cover with layer of cracker crumbs, repeat until oysters are used.
This was always served with oyster crackers in our house dad would toss a layer of the crackers. Saute celery and scallions, stirring occasionally, until scallions just begin to soften but celery is still bright green, about 2 minutes. But the recipe hanna wants to share has treasured family connections. It doesnt really lend itself very well to leftovers, but my mother still insists on taking home the remains every year. Oyster casserole cant resist the oyster in any form. Pour in half of the oysters and mix into crackers a bit with fingertips, then.
After putting on the final layer of cracker crumbs over the top, dot the top with slivers of the 2 tablespoons cold butter. In a deep buttered casserole, mix together crackers, breadcrumbs, and melted butter. Repeat procedure with remaining cracker mixture, oysters, and. Mix together the cream, worcestershire sauce, melted butter, salt and pepper. Best scalloped oysters how to make scalloped oysters. Place 3 cups cracker mixture on bottom of a lightly greased x 9inch baking dish. In the south carolina low country where john martin taylor grew up, no thanksgiving dinner is complete without an oyster pie. The dish usually made with a combination of butter, cracker crumbs, wine, mustard, cream and fresh oysters cant be prepared too far in advance. Sprinkle with half the remaining crumbs and all the thyme. A recipe for scalloped oysters made in the crock pot made with oysters, saltine crackers, parmesan cheese, eggs, dry sherry.
This recipe for scalloped oysters probably called oyster pie in. Repeat layer once more, ending with a layer of crumbs. The cream and the butter, along with the saltiness of the oyster liqueur and the crackers yum. You wont find her recipe for scalloped oysters that appears on page 66 of my yellowed and disintegrating copy of the original 1952 edition of charleston receipts. Some recipes feature chopped vegetables, cheese mixtures, and of course, crackers, but this recipe distills the oyster casserole down to its simplest elements. There are no oysters in oyster crackers they are wheat flourbased crackers that have a flavor similar to saltine crackers but with less salt.
Now, my dad and i seem to be the only ones that appreciate it. Scalloped oysters, dairy free gluten free and soy free. They were one of the first recipes we put on the blog. Season cream with nutmeg, salt, pepper and celery salt if using. Add leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Pour 2 tablespoons oyster liquid and 1 tablespoon milk over the top. Ny serves 46 6 tbsp butter, melted 12 cup bread crumbs 1 quart oysters, shucked 2 cups oyster crackers or use saltines if you cant find oyster crackers 1 egg, beaten 12 cup milk pinch of mace salt and pepper to taste stir 3 tbsp of the butter into the. Recipes vary widely, with the exception of a few common components. Cover with half of the oysters, and season to taste. Oyster crackers have always been a personal favorite for me. Nov 21, 2010 learn how to make a scalloped oysters recipe. Jan, 2015 there are no oysters in oyster crackers they are wheat flourbased crackers that have a flavor similar to saltine crackers but with less salt.