Mussel and Olive Oil Bisque Recipe

Name: Mussel and Olive Oil Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces leeks, cleaned and diced; 4 ounces onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 2 ounces olive oil; 1 pound cleaned mussels; 2 ounces brandy; 2 ounces white wine; 4 ounces tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped; 4 to 8 ounces water; Salt and pepper, to taste; 4 ounces virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon butter

Servings: persons

4 ounces leeks, cleaned and diced
4 ounces onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 ounces olive oil
1 pound cleaned mussels
2 ounces brandy
2 ounces white wine
4 ounces tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
4 to 8 ounces water
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 ounces virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon butter

1
In a medium casserole, sweat leeks, onions, and garlic in olive oil for 10 minutes.
2
Add mussels, brandy, and wine and cover and steam mussels until they open.
3
Remove from heat.
4
Separate mussels from shells and place mussel meat in sauce pan.
5
Add tomatoes and 4 ounces of water.
6
Season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
7
In a food processor, puree until smooth.
8
Strain through a sieve.
9
Add additional water if bisque appears too thick.
10
Whisk in olive oil, butter and additional salt and pepper, to taste.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces leeks, cleaned and diced, 4 ounces onions, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, 2 ounces olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mussel and Olive Oil Bisque 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mussel and Olive Oil Bisque

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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