Easy Oyster Stew

Ingredients (9)

• 32 ounces jarred or canned oysters with juice
• 5 cups half-and-half
• 4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups oyster crackers
• Paprika, for garnish
• Hot sauce, optional