Mussels In Wine And Cream Recipe

Name: Mussels In Wine And Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg fresh mussels (1 bag would do for 2 hungry people); 2 -3 finely chopped shallots; 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 120 ml fresh cream; 1 bay leaf; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Put the olive oil and butter/margarine into a good sized frying pan (with a lid) and then fry, not too quickly, the chopped garlic and shallots.
2
When the shallots and garlic are just transparent, (about two minutes), add the water, wine, bay leaf, parsley and mussels.
3
Add ground pepper to taste and pour cream over the mussels.
4
Cover pan with lid, over moderate to high heat.
5
When liquid starts to steam, keep over the heat, constantly shaking the pan until all (or at least most) of the shells open.
6
This will only take three, or four minutes.
7
Do not overcook and avoid letting the liquid boil.
8
You will hear the shells crack open and when most have opened, remove from heat.
9
Too much cooking will only make them tough.
10
Serve immediately (only the ones that opened) in bowls with plenty of sauce and crisp fresh bread.

197

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 kg fresh mussels (1 bag would do for 2 hungry people), 2 -3 finely chopped shallots, 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Mussels In Wine And Cream 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!

Mussels In Wine And Cream

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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