MUSSELS IN WHITE WINE

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs live mussels
  • 2 cups dry white wine
  • 4 large shallots, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup mixed fresh herbs, such as flat-leaf parsley,chervil,or basil,chopped
  • 6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
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Preparation

Step 1

Rinse and scrub mussels under cold water.

In a large stockpot set over medium heat, combine wine, shallots, garlic, and salt.

Simmer 5 minutes.

Add mussels Cover, and increase heat to high.

Cook until all mussels are open, about 5 minutes.

Stir in herbs and butter.

Remove from heat.

Divide mussels and broth among four bowls.

Serve immediately