OYSTER SPINACH BISQUE WITH CORN BREAD CROUTONS

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Dairy     Leafy Green     Shellfish     Christmas     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 6 cups, serving 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

36 shucked oysters in their liquor
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large shallots, chopped fine
1/2 cup medium-dry Sherry
3 cups milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup packed spinach leaves, washed well, drained, and shredded fine
Garnish: 24 small spinach leaves, washed well and spun day, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
Corn Bread Croutons

Steps:

  • Drain oysters in a fine sieve set over a glass measure, adding enough water to liquor to measure 1 cup, and reserve liquid. Rinse oysters under cold water and drain. Transfer oysters to a bowl and chill, covered.
  • In a large saucepan melt butter over moderate heat until foam subsides and cook shallots, stirring, until softened. Add Sherry and cook until almost all liquid is evaporated. Stir in reserved oyster liquid and 1 1/2 cups milk and bring barely to a simmer (do not let boil). Stir in 12 oysters and poach until edges begin to curl, about 2 minutes. (Liquid may separate but will come together once blended.) In a blender purée mixture in batches until smooth and strain into a kettle, skimming froth. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups milk and cream and bring barely to a simmer (do not let boil). Stir in remaining 24 oysters, spinach, and salt and pepper to taste and poach oysters until edges begin to curl, about 2 minutes.
  • Ladle bisque into 8 heated soup plates and garnish with spinach leaves and bell pepper. Serve bisque with croutons.

Mina Kulung
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I can't wait to try this bisque! It looks so delicious.


Maya Ahsan
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This bisque is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I always have a bunch of spinach in my fridge, so this recipe is perfect for me.


Pink Daisey
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I'm allergic to oysters, so I made this bisque with shrimp instead. It was still delicious!


Sm Abir Hosen Raj
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This bisque was just okay. I think I would have liked it more if it had more spinach.


Kavuma Ashiraf
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my bisque turned out lumpy. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


clara kangodi
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This is the best oyster bisque I've ever had. I highly recommend it.


Ritlove Yeboah
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy oysters.


shafiq Talpur
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Sayd fahem Sadat
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I made this bisque for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Nst Saidul
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This bisque is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the flavors are amazing.


jp
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I'm not a big fan of oysters, but I really enjoyed this bisque. The spinach and cornbread croutons helped to balance out the oyster flavor.


Ehi Michael
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This bisque was a lot of work to make, but it was worth it. It was absolutely delicious!


Cesar Solomon
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Chaa Khan
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This bisque was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less cream next time.


Uncle Dukie
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The cornbread croutons were a great addition to this bisque. They added a nice crunch and flavor.


umar ummi
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I love the combination of oysters and spinach in this bisque. It's such a unique and delicious flavor.


Mahrani Naziya
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out beautifully. The bisque was creamy and flavorful, and the cornbread croutons were crispy and golden brown.


Ahmad Mghl
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I'm not usually a fan of bisques, but this one changed my mind. The oyster and spinach flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cornbread croutons were the perfect finishing touch.


Sonal Gupta
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This oyster spinach bisque was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flavors was divine, and the cornbread croutons added a delightful crunch.