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Mussels Meuniere

FrenchSeafoodEasy20 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.3 cup minced shallots
  • 3 tbsp chopped garlic
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 sprig fresh thyme
  • 2 cup white wine
  • 1 stick butter, cut into cubes
  • 2 dozen live mussels, scrubbed and debearded
  • 3 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 4 slice crusty bread for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Saute the shallots and garlic until softened, about 2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the bay leaves and thyme. Add the wine and butter. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Add the mussels to the wine mixture and cover. Simmer the mussels for 5 to 8 minutes or until the shells open.

  5. 5

    Discard any shells that do not open.

  6. 6

    Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.

  7. 7

    Divide the mussels between bowls and spoon the broth over them. Serve with crusty bread.