Indulge in a culinary journey with our exploration of the best recipes for "Mom's Oyster Casserole". This classic dish, often associated with comforting family gatherings and treasured memories, combines the briny sweetness of plump oysters with a creamy, flavorful sauce and a crispy, golden crust. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a modern twist, our selection of recipes caters to every palate and skill level. From traditional bakes to inventive variations, discover the perfect "Mom's Oyster Casserole" recipe that will transport you to culinary bliss.
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OYSTER CASSEROLE
Crumbled crackers often top this casserole, but we prefer homemade breadcrumbs because they soak up more butter.
Provided by Pam Lolley
Categories Casserole
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet over medium-high. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, scallions, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until vegetables soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Add oysters and mushrooms. Bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a small saucepan over medium. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add cream, and cook, whisking constantly, until very thick and beginning to bubble. Add Parmesan, and cook, whisking constantly, until cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
- Using a fine wire-mesh strainer, strain oyster mixture; discard liquid. Add oyster mixture to cheese sauce; stir until fully incorporated. Stir in salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Spread mixture in a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter; toss breadcrumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over oyster mixture.
- Broil on middle rack of oven until breadcrumbs are deep golden brown and mixture is bubbly, 4 to 5 minutes.
OYSTER CASSEROLE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Drain the oysters, reserving juice.
- In a small mixing bowl combine margarine and crushed saltine crackers. Cut the oysters into small pieces, set aside. In a small mixing bowl combine cream, oyster juice and Worcestershire sauce.
- Spread one can of corn onto the bottom of the casserole dish. Layer 1/2 of the oysters over the corn, 1/2 of the cracker mixture. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients. Pour the oyster juice mixture over the top of the entire casserole. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake casserole for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 95.6 mg, Fat 29 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 828.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
MOM'S OYSTER STEW
Oyster stew is whipped up in a matter of minutes. The fresher the oysters, the better the flavor. A fresh tasty, savory version that's sure to please.
Provided by Kathi Harrison Smith
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Seafood
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, salt and pepper; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the milk and half-and-half, and transfer to the top of a double boiler. If you do not have one, set the pan of soup over a pan of simmering water.
- When the milk is hot, add the oysters and heat just until the oysters are opaque. Do not allow to boil. Season with fresh parsley, cayenne pepper and sherry. Go easy on the sherry until you are sure you like it in the stew.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 156.5 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 952.6 mg, Sugar 3 g
OYSTER CASSEROLE
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Milk/Cream Egg Side Bake Christmas Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Dinner Casserole/Gratin Seafood Oyster Christmas Eve Breadcrumbs Gourmet Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 8 (side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle. Butter a 2-quart shallow baking dish.
- Spread bread crumbs in a 4-sided sheet pan and bake, stirring occasionally, until golden-brown, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool slightly.
- Whisk together eggs, cream, milk, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Gently stir in oysters and bread crumbs.
- Pour into baking dish and bake until custard is set and top is golden, 25 to 30 minutes.
- What to drink:
- Lagier Meredith Mount Veeder Napa Valley Syrah '06
OYSTER CASSEROLE
The holidays are the perfect time to indulge in a rich and buttery dish like this. You can assemble and refrigerate it the night before, then top with the remaining crumbs and seasonings just before baking.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, toss the cracker crumbs and butter. In another bowl, combine the salt, nutmeg and pepper. In a greased 11x7-in. baking dish, layer half of the crumbs, half of the oysters and 1/4 teaspoon of seasoning mixture., Combine soup and milk; pour over the top. Layer with remaining oysters and another 1/4 teaspoon of seasoning mixture. Top with remaining crumbs and seasonings. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts :
MOM'S OYSTER CASSEROLE
My mother has made this casserole every thanksgiving for as long as I can remember. It just wouldn't be the holidays without it. If my brother can't make it home for the holidays, it is one of his special requests when he is able to get home. The prep time is me using a food processor to chop and doesn't include the time to cut oysters in half if they are too large. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does.
Provided by Tish in OH
Categories Thanksgiving
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°.
- Drain oysters well, reserving liquid.
- Generously grease a shallow 1-1/2-quart casserole dish.
- Sprinkle half the crackers over the bottom.
- Lay half the oysters on top of crackers.
- Sprinkle with half the onions, parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
- Dot generously with butter and pour half the cream, milk and reserved juice from the oysters.
- Repeat the layers but save the remaining cracker crumbs for the top.
- Add a dash of Tabasco if desired before covering with the crumbs.
- Cover with the remaining cracker crumbs.
- Dust enough with paprika to make it really red on top.
- Bake 30 minutes or until the casserole is set (when you jiggle it, it shakes like set Jello).
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.7, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 107.7, Sodium 351.4, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.4, Protein 10.3
LOUISIANA OYSTER CASSEROLE
Make and share this Louisiana Oyster Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bluenoser
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pour the oysters into a shallow 9" pie plate.
- Sprinkle with parsley and onions.
- Scatter the cracker crumbs on top.
- Melt butter and add lemon juice, mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour mixture over the crumbs and bake 450F until oysters curl slightly and crumbs are brown appro 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.1, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 117.6, Sodium 313.8, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1, Protein 14.4
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality oysters. Look for oysters that are plump and have a briny, salty smell. Avoid oysters that are cracked or have a slimy texture.
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to the casserole. Some good options include spinach, kale, zucchini, mushrooms, and onions.
- Don't overcook the oysters. They should be cooked just until they are opaque and tender. Overcooking will make them tough and rubbery.
- Use a flavorful sauce. A good option is a creamy sauce made with white wine, butter, and herbs. You could also use a tomato-based sauce.
- Top the casserole with a crispy topping. This could be anything from bread crumbs to crushed crackers to grated cheese.
- Serve the casserole hot. This is the best way to enjoy its flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Oyster casserole is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It is a great way to use up leftover oysters, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious oyster casserole that your family and friends will love.
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