How to cook mussels simple

Learn how to make steamed mussels the French way. The best moules marinières or 'sailor-style mussels' ever. The mussels are simply steamed in white wine and herbs.

From start to finish, moules marinières will take no longer than 10 to 15 minutes to prepare. Once you master the basic preparation, you can easily add a few different ingredients to create your own new variation. Be sure to serve with plenty of toasted baguettes for dipping into the flavor-packed broth.

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Or even try serving with French Fries (pommes frites).

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Moules Marinières: Mussels Sailor Style

• 4 pounds mussels

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

• 2 - 3 shallots, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, mashed

• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

• 2 cups white wine

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

• Sea salt and freshly

• ground black pepper

1.

It is important to only clean the mussels within an hour of cooking them. Tap any open mussels on the counter to see if they are still alive; discard any that do not immediately close. Soak the

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