Oyster Stew

A good, smooth, rich and layered tasting oyster stew. Won the heart of my father-in-law, on Christmas eve several years ago. I'm the only one in my immediate family who likes oysters, so I have to invite the right people over! The rice adds excellent texture, and the watercress and scallions are a must for me; just enough pepperiness and onion to make the dish sing. Also have always use store-bought chicken stock. Would love to try it with homemade stock, too. In my dreams!