Felipe Rojas-Lombardis Mussels Vinaigrette

1. 1

   Remove the beards from the mussels.

2. 2

   (Dont beard until right before you prepare this dish.)

3. 3

   In a 12-inch skillet with a tight-fitting lid, combine 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 2 tablespoons of the white wine, the thyme, and the cleaned mussels.

4. 4

   Cover the skillet and steam the mussels over high heat until the shells are just opened, 5 to 8 minutes.

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   Discard any mussels that have not opened, and set the rest aside.

6. 6

   Let the liquid in the skillet sit for a few minutes so that any sand or sediment settles at the bottom.

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   Then carefully strain this liquid through a sieve lined with cheesecloth, leaving any residue in the skillet.

8. 8

   Pour the liquid into a large bowl, and reserve.

9. 9

   Remove the mussels from their shells.

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    Place the mussels in the bowl with the liquid.

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    Add the cooked potatoes, tomatoes, onion, peas, vinegar, salt, parsley, and the remaining 1/2 cup olive oil and remaining white wine.

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    Toss gently, being careful not to damage the mussels.

13. 13

    Serve at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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