oyster stew recipe

**Ingredients:** - 1 pint fresh oysters, shucked, with their liquor - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter - 1 small onion, finely chopped - 1 rib celery, finely chopped - 2 cups whole milk - 1 cup heavy cream - Salt and pepper to taste - 1/4 teaspoon paprika - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish - Oyster crackers or crusty bread (for serving)