mussels in white wine

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21 Pinches
Swfl, FL
Updated on Oct 21, 2011

I am not a big fan of mussels, but this is one dish I like, especially the sauce.

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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 12 cups fresh mussels, approx. 1lb.
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 large onion-chopped very fine
  • 2-3 cloves garlic-crushed
  • 1 1/2 cups dry white wine
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 pinches lemon rind-or more if you like
  • 1 bunch of herbs, tied together-basil,parsley and sage
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream or half anf half
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
  • - salt and pepper to taste

How To Make mussels in white wine

  • Step 1
    Scrub and clean mussels, making sure to remove the beards and dirt. IMPORTANT:-the mussels must be tightly closed, if any are opened, throw them out.
  • Step 2
    Melt half butter in large saucepan and add the onion and garlic. Fry until soft, not browned.
  • Step 3
    Add wine, water, lemon juice and rind, the tied herbs and plenty of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add mussels and cover tightly. Simmer 5 minutes shaking the pan often until all the mussels have opend. IMPORTANT:-throw away any mussels that have not opened. Remove the tied herbs.
  • Step 5
    Remove the empty half shell from all the mussels. Blend in remaining butter with the flour and beat into the soup, a little at a time. Simmer about 2-3 minutes until slightly thick.
  • Step 6
    Add the cream and half the parsley and gently mix. Serve, and top with remaining parsley. Serve with a nice crusty rustic bread.

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