French Country Mussels (no Bread) Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Mussels

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

2. 2

   Chop the Aromatics

   Finely chop the shallots and garlic. Roughly chop the fresh parsley, and remove the leaves from the thyme stems.

3. 3

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

4. 4

   Add Wine and Herbs

   Pour in the white wine and add the fresh thyme and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

5. 5

   Cook the Mussels

   Add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Cover the pot with a lid and let the mussels steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until they open up. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

6. 6

   Finish the Dish

   Once the mussels are cooked, stir in the chopped parsley and squeeze the juice of the lemon over the mussels. Serve immediately.