Busch's Grove has the yummiest Oyster Brie soup. You have to go by and try some...though it is often sold out. If you want to try it at home, try this recipe from Cooks.com. I think Busch's Grove has artichoke in theirs and blends it so the oysters are not whole.
| OYSTER AND BRIE SOUP | |
3 dozen oysters in their liquor 4 c. cold water 1 c. unsalted butter 1/2 c. flour 1 c. coarsely chopped onion 1/2 c. coarsely chopped celery 1 tsp. white pepper 1/2 tsp. cayenne 1 lb. brie, cut up, rind on 2 c. whipping cream Combine
oysters and water, stir and refrigerate at least 1 hour. When ready to
use, strain and reserve oysters and water. In large skillet, melt
butter. Add flour and whisk until smooth. Add onions and celery; saute
3 minutes. Add peppers; saute 2 minutes more; set aside. In 4 quart pan, boil oyster water; stir in vegetable mixture. With heat high, add cheese, cook until cheese starts to melt, about 2 minutes. Lower heat; simmer 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Strain soup and return to pot. Turn heat to high for 1 minute, stir constantly. Stir in cream, cook close to boil for 2 minutes. Turn off heat, add oysters. Let oysters plump for 3 minutes. Serve immediately. | |
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