Maryland Scalloped Oysters

 

Maryland Scalloped Oysters

Scalloped Oysters are an eastern shore mainstay. This recipe is quick, easy, and oh so flavorful.

Ingredients:

1 quart shucked oysters, with juice

3 cups crushed crackers, coarse

1 stick of butter

2 cups milk

salt and pepper to taste

In a 2 quart casserole dish place alternating layers of oysters and crackers placing a few pats of butter on each layer along with salt and pepper. When finished add milk until it reaches near the top of the dish.

Pre heat oven to 350 degrees and bake for 45-60 minutes or until browned on top.

serves 6.

Maryland Oyster Fritters Recipe

Maryland Oyster Fritters Recipe

Another Eastern shore delicasy. Oyster Fritters are a delight to the mouth and your guests will be back for more.

Ingredients:

1 pint oysters, shucked

1/2 cup evaporated milk

1 cup dry pancake mix

2 tablespoons of corn meal

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

3/4 cup wesson oil

Directions:
 
Drain oysters and reserve the juice. Mix milk, corn meal, pancake mix, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Place oil in a frying pan and heat.

Drop batter from tablespoon into oil ( be sure to get 2 oysters in each spoonful ). Cook until golden brown on each side.  If batter becomes thick while working add some of the reserved juice to thin  it out.
Makes 18 fritters