Traditional Maryland Oyster Stew
["1 pt. shucked Maryland oysters, with liquid", "salt and pepper to taste", "1 qt. milk", "1/4 c. margarine or butter", "seafood seasoning, if desired"]
["In 4-quart pan, cook oysters with liquid, over low heat until edges of oysters just begin to curl.", "Add milk, margarine or butter, salt and pepper.", "Heat slowly until hot; do not boil.", "For extra zip, sprinkle seafood seasoning on each serving.", "Makes about 6 cups of stew."]
["oysters", "salt", "milk", "margarine", "seafood seasoning"]