Mussels in Beer Broth

By dyates66

Ingredients

• 2 TBS olive oil
• 1/3 cup chopped shallots
• 4 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 ounce) italian style diced tomatoes
• 1 TBS chopped thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 cups pale ale
• 3 pound mussels, scrubbed

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oil in large sauce pan. Add shallots and garlic and cook until tender.

2. Add tomatoes, thyme, salt and red pepper flakes. Add beer and bring to a boil. Add mussels, cover and reduce heat to a simmer.

3. Simmer 5-7 minutes until shells open.