"Stretcher" Oyster Stew - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. finely diced potatoes
1 c. water
2 tsp. salt
1 pt. oysters, drained and coarsely cut or chopped
1 pt. oyster liquid, add milk to make 1 pt.
1/3 c. butter or regular margarine
1 c. light cream or dairy half and half
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. paprika

Preparation

Cook potatoes in water with salt added until almost soft, about 10 minutes.
Add oysters and liquid. Bring just to a boil. Remove from heat at once. Add butter, cream and seasonings.
Cover and let stand about 15 minutes before serving. Makes 5 to 6 servings.