Brown Derby Oyster Brie Soup

Source: Hollywood Brown Derby - Disney MGM Studios

6 ounces brie
48 ounces half-and-half
6 ounces roux, cold*
2 ounces fish base
1 cup Champagne
8 ounces oysters
8 ounces oyster juice
Salt and white pepper to taste

Put half-and-half in a thick bottom pot. Heat nearly to boil. Add roux to thicken, simmer 10 to 15 minutes. Add brie, stirring constantly to melt. Add fish base, strain and return to pot.

In a separate pot, cook oysters in their own juice. Strain mixture into first pot, then add cooked oysters, juice and champagne to mixture. Add salt and white pepper to taste.

Serves 7.