Jul 14 2026
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Sauteed Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Boca Oyster Bar
Time30m
Serves4

Leeks, plum tomatoes, brandy cream sauce and toast points.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning

Toast Points

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Slice the leeks thinly, discarding the dark green tops. Dice the plum tomatoes and mince the garlic.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Baguette

    Slice the baguette into 1-inch thick pieces. Spread butter on one side of each slice.

Cooking the Mussels

  1. 4

    Sauté the Leeks and Garlic

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Tomatoes and Mussels

    Add the diced plum tomatoes to the pot, stirring to combine. Then, add the cleaned mussels, stirring gently.

  3. 6

    Add Brandy and Cream

    Pour in the brandy and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, add heavy cream, stirring well. Cover the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened.

  4. 7

    Season the Dish

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.

Making Toast Points

  1. 8

    Toast the Baguette

    In a skillet, place the buttered baguette slices butter-side down and toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and toast the other side if desired.

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