Shuckers' Portuguese Mussels

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Mix together enough butter and garlic to spread on the bread.

3. 3

   Split the bread down the middle and spread the garlic and butter mixture liberally on the bread.

4. 4

   Bake until toasted, 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, clean and de-beard the mussels, and then set aside.

6. 6

   Set a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of the butter to melt.

7. 7

   Add the chourico and sweat for about 1 minute.

8. 8

   Add the onions, green peppers and red peppers, and saute for 1 minute.

9. 9

   Add the wine and 1/2 cup water, and stir.

10. 10

    Add the mussels and cover; cook until the mussels open, 4 minutes.

11. 11

    Remove the saucepan from the heat.

12. 12

    Transfer the mussels to a large bowl, then spoon the cooking liquid with the onions, peppers and chourico over the top.

13. 13

    Serve the bowl of mussels with the warm garlic bread.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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