Tag Archives: shellfish

Oyster Soup

Posted on 04/21/2017 by

Oyster soup recipes are mostly cream based. Mostly. Oyster and Andouille Soup 1 lb shucked oysters about 14-20 depending on size 2 fresh andouille sausage sliced 6 whole anchovies packed in salt rinsed and chopped 2 chili de arbols chopped … Continue reading →

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Halibut and Clam Sauce

Posted on 12/30/2016 by

    The clam sauce really complements the meaty halibut flavor etc etc. This is just really good. Halibut and Clam Sauce 2 doz clams live 1 doz mussels live 1 1/2 lbs halibut fillet 1 large shallot chopped 1 … Continue reading →

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Crab Risotto

Posted on 12/27/2016 by

Crab season begins in December in Oregon so Christmas eve was a little different this year. The main difference between dungeness and blue crab is the size. Aside from the much better, sweeter flavor of blue crab of course. But … Continue reading →

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Steamed Clams with Whole Garlic

Posted on 06/14/2014 by

We do not often see fresh clams in a Southern landlocked state. When it happens, I tend to buy everything available. A kindhearted soul would probably leave some for another to enjoy, but they probably live somewhere by the ocean … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Mac-n-Cheese

Posted on 04/04/2014 by

This is a great way to use up some leftover crawfish meat from a boil. Any mix of cheese can be used, but equal parts swiss, mozzarella and cheddar work best. Baked Crawfish Macaroni 5 tbsp butter 1/3 cup flour … Continue reading →

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Crawfish Boil

Posted on 03/31/2014 by

Since we are so close to Louisiana, every spring means crawfish season is open. Nothing is more traditional than a good old fashioned crawfish boil. So boil up a big pot of water, break out the old bay and get … Continue reading →

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Mussels and Using Up Leftovers

Posted on 05/24/2013 by

With spring here so are fresh fava beans. After they are shelled though what to do with all the pods? Normally I make a vegetable stock. Then I thought why not use them like other beans. Of course you can … Continue reading →

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