Oyster Soup (5)
250g jar of oysters
black pepper
150ml cream
6 fresh oysters
1 tbsp dry vermouth
Puree the oysters from the jar with their liquid, the cream and vermouth, then press through a fine sieve for a really smooth texture. heat to boiling point grind over fresh black pepper, pour into heated soup plates, add the fresh oysters and serve immediately.
Note: Bottled oysters can sometimes be very salty, so it is worthwhile checking on the saltiness with the fish-seller before buying, as too much will ruin the taste.