Fresh Mussels in Garlic

Submitted by Jack Stierer

"A delicious new take on an old favorite."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 -5 garlic cloves
• 40 -50 fresh mussels, scrubbed
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon white wine
• 2 tablespoons broth
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

directions

1. Smash the Garlic Cloves with the side of a knife and add, with the olive oil, to a sauté pan. Heat to the smoking point. The garlic must be golden-brown.
2. Add the mussels all at once together with the butter, wine, broth and salt & pepper. Cover and continue on high heat until all the mussels are open (2-3 minutes. Do not overcook.
3. Transfer immediately to a shallow bowl, together with the cooking juices.
4. Finish with chopped parsley and serve with crusty bread.