Moules Au Poivre Recipe

Inspired by St. Jack

Time30m

Serves4

MUSSELS, BACON, CHARD, ROASTED RED PEPPER BUTTER, SHALLOT, BAGUETTE

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Mussels
Clean the mussels under cold running water, scrubbing the shells and removing the beards. Discard any opened mussels that do not close when tapped.
2
Cook the Bacon
In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside on a paper towel to drain. Leave the bacon fat in the pot.
3
Sauté Shallots and Chard
Add chopped shallots to the pot with the bacon fat and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until soft. Add chopped chard and cook until wilted.
4
Make Roasted Red Pepper Butter
In a small bowl, combine the roasted red peppers with softened butter. Mix well until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5
Cook Mussels
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot with chard and shallots. Cover the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the mussels open. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
6
Combine and Serve
Crumble the cooked bacon into the pot and stir gently. Serve the mussels in a bowl topped with roasted red pepper butter, and enjoy with slices of baguette on the side for dipping.