Oyster Corn Bread Dressing

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch ceramic baking dish. Soak cracker crumbs in reserved liquid from oysters. Set aside. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add celery and bell peppers, and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add oysters. Saute for about 5 minutes. Mix in soaked cracker crumbs, chili powder, garlic and cumin. Cool vegetable mixture slightly.

Combine corn bread crumbs and vegetable mixture in large bowl. Toss to blend. Add enough stock to moisten dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix in egg. Transfer dressing to prepared baking dish. Bake until golden brown, about 25 minutes.