Oyster Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, salt, pepper and water.
2. 2
   Blend to a smooth paste.
3. 3
   Stir in oysters and their liquor.
4. 4
   Simmer oysters over very low heat until edges curl, then pour into scalded milk. Remove pan from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Have tureen and soup plates hot; drop in some butter or margarine.
6. 6
   Reheat stew briefly and serve piping hot.
7. 7
   Pour into tureen; sprinkle with paprika.