Cream of Oyster Soup

Courtesy of Rudy Lombard for Louisiana Kitchen & Culture

* 1 pint Gulf oysters

* 1 stick unsalted butter

* 4 tablespoons flour

* 1 medium onion, finely chopped

* 2 stalks celery, finely chopped

* 2 cups half and half

* 2 teaspoons fresh chopped parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley * salt and pepper * hot buttered French bread Directions * Drain oysters, reserving liquor and oysters separately. * Melt …