INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds live mussels in shells or 12 ounces small shrimp in shells*
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12 (48 cups) cold water
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1 cup salt
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1 14 ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
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1 1/2 cups water
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 cup finely chopped leeks**
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 cup fat-free half-and-half
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1 tablespoon finely shredded fresh basil