Oyster and Spinach Chowder Recipe
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Oyster and Spinach Chowder

By: Raoulysgirl 
"This is my take on the oyster stew that my mom used to make when I was a child. I kind of gussied it up a bit by adding some fresh veggies, thickening the soup, and adding cheese."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
40 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 quarts
 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 large green onions, sliced
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 bunch fresh baby spinach leaves, rinsed and drained
  • 5 cups milk, divided
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 3 (8 ounce) cans whole oysters
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the chopped onion, green onion, and mushrooms until tender. Stir in the spinach a handful at a time and cook to wilt.
  2. Whisk together 2 cups of milk with the flour in a small bowl. Pour into saucepan, and add remaining milk and chicken broth. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in undrained oysters and cheese. Cook, stirring often, until cheese has melted.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 169 | Total Fat: 7.8g | Cholesterol: 49mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2006 by SANDY WITEK   view full review
I loved this recipe although I did make a few changes, I used 2 lbs of fresh oysters and added...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2007 by gatorgirl   view full review
Excellent recipe! I used some 1/2 & 1/2 to make a little creamier and used Paula Deens house...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2007 by playsindirt Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I grew up with oyster stew that was simply milk, butter and oysters... and is still a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2010 by cruisergirl21   view full review
This was a really simple soup to make. Half way through cooking, I realized I had a can of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2009 by DIZ♥ Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
The spinach and mushrooms give this a classy appearance and adds a bit of elegance to the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2009 by Theresa C   view full review
Very Tasty. I put leftovers in the freezer, they were good too as leftovers.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2010 by Joanne Neubauer Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Use some Extra Sharp White Cheddar and Real Cream YUM! (the x-sharp white melts like silk no...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2010 by N Morski Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Excellent! Being a clam lover, I am not too fond of oysters but this was terrific. I will make...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2011 by COOK471   view full review
Excellent. Don't be afraid to try it. It sounds crazy putting spinach with oyster stew but it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2011 by SamsMom   view full review
I made this for my husband for New Year's Day with fresh oysters he shucked..... he hasn't...

 

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