Oven-Roasted Mussels With Garlic-Herb Butter

Name: Oven-Roasted Mussels With Garlic-Herb Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature; 2 tablespoons (packed) minced shallot; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 4 5x3x1/2-inch slices crusty sourdough bread; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 pounds mussels, scrubbed, debearded; Additional chopped fresh chives

Servings: persons

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons (packed) minced shallot
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
4 5x3x1/2-inch slices crusty sourdough bread
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds mussels, scrubbed, debearded
Additional chopped fresh chives

1
Mix first 8 ingredients in small bowl.
2
Season herb butter with salt and pepper.
3
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
4
Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 500.
5
Brush bread on both sides with oil; place on baking sheet.
6
Place bread on top oven rack; toast until golden, turning once, about 5 minutes per side.
7
Meanwhile, place mussels in wide ovenproof pot.
8
Cover, place on bottom oven rack, and roast just until mussels open, about 5 minutes.
9
Remove pot from oven and discard any mussels that did not open.
10
Add herb butter to mussels; stir until melted.
11
Season to taste with ground black pepper.
12
Divide mussels and juices from pot among 4 bowls.
13
Sprinkle with additional chopped chives.
14
Top each serving with sourdough toast and serve.

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* 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.

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: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, 2 tablespoons (packed) minced shallot, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, and more.

Yes, Oven-Roasted Mussels With Garlic-Herb Butter 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!