Mussels And Collard Greens Recipe
shiitake mushrooms, tomato, bacon, baguette
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Ingredients
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Mussels
Collard Greens
Serving
Method
Prepare Mussels
- 1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt or debris. Remove the beards by pulling them away from the shell.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pot.
- 3
- 4
Add Mussels
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mussels open up. Discard any that remain closed.
Prepare Collard Greens
- 5
Wash and Chop Greens
Wash the collard greens thoroughly under cold water. Remove the tough stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- 6
- 7
Cook Collard Greens
Add the collard greens to the pot along with the chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Cover and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the greens are tender.
Serve
- 8
Prepare Baguette
Slice the baguette into pieces and serve alongside the mussels and collard greens for dipping.
- 9
Plate and Serve
Serve the mussels in a large bowl with the sautéed vegetables on top. Place the collard greens on the side and enjoy with fresh baguette.