Billi Bi(A Creamy French Mussel Soup)

Name: Billi Bi(A Creamy French Mussel Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lb. mussels; 6 shallots, minced; 2 1/2 c. white wine; 1 bay leaf; pinch of cayenne; salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 medium onions, chopped; 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley; 4 Tbsp. butter; 1 tsp. thyme; 4 c. cream; 2 egg yolks, beaten

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1052 kcal · Seafood

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Billi Bi(A Creamy French Mussel Soup) – a delicious recipe with mussels, shallots, white wine, bay leaf, cayenne, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

3 1/2 lb. mussels
6 shallots, minced
2 1/2 c. white wine
1 bay leaf
pinch of cayenne
salt and freshly ground pepper
6 medium onions, chopped
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
4 Tbsp. butter
1 tsp. thyme
4 c. cream
2 egg yolks, beaten

1
Clean and debeard the mussels.
2
Place all the ingredients except cream and egg yolks in a large soup pot.
3
Cover tightly and bring to a boil.
4
Lower the heat and simmer for 8 minutes or until the mussels have opened.
5
Remove the mussels and shell them; reserve in a bowl.
6
Strain the broth and return to the pot.
7
Add the cream and bring to a boil again.

1052

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 lb. mussels, 6 shallots, minced, 2 1/2 c. white wine, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Billi Bi(A Creamy French Mussel Soup) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1052 kcal
Category
Seafood

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