Steamed Mussels (Mom's)

By AnneS

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled & minced
• 50 mussels

Preparation

Step 1

1. Put the olive oil, lemon juice, water, and garlic in a large pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.

2. Add the mussels (in batches, if necessary) and cover the pot. Cook, shaking the pot occasionally, until all of the mussels open (about 4 minutes).

3. Remove the mussels, letting any liquid in the shells drip back into the pot.

4. Serve as an appetizer or over spaghetti.