Mussels Provençal Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Mussels

   Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt. Remove the beards if necessary.

2. 2

   Sauté Aromatics

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add Wine and Tomatoes

   Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Add the diced roma tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.

4. 4

   Cook the Mussels

   Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.

5. 5

   Finish with Basil

   Remove the pot from heat, stir in the chopped fresh basil, and adjust seasoning if necessary.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the mussels in bowls with the broth, garnished with additional basil if desired.