Mussels Mariniere

Mussels Mariniere

Ingredients:

4 Tbsp butter or olive oil
6 shallots, chopped
1 to 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup dry white wine
3 to 4 quarts live mussels, scrubbed and bearded
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Heat the butter in a large pot over moderate heat and sauté the shallots and garlic until tender but not brown, or about 5 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a boil.

Add the mussels and cook tightly covered, shaking the pot occasionally, until the shells of the mussels open, or about 5 to 8 minutes. Discard any unopened shells.

Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and spoon the mussels – including shells – and liquid into serving bowls.

Serves up 4 to 6.