HAM AND OYSTER CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Melt 3 tablespoons butter.
• Add flour and stir over low heat without permitting flour to brown (about 5 minutes).
• Add chicken stock and cream gradually.
• Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until sauce is thick and smooth.
• Put in a pan over hot water and add sherry and ham.
• In another skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter and add oysters and juice.
• Cook until edges curl.
• Add oysters to sauce and heat thoroughly without boiling.
• Add salt and pepper for taste.
• Serve in pastry shells or on toast.