Steamed Mussels in a Creole Mustard, Bacon, and Cognac Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Steamed Mussels in a Creole Mustard, Bacon, and Cognac Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces bacon, chopped into 1/2-inch dice; 1/4 cup minced shallots; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons Creole or other whole grain mustard; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper; 4 pounds mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded; 1/4 cup cognac; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus additional for garnish; Crusty bread, for serving

Servings: persons

6 ounces bacon, chopped into 1/2-inch dice
1/4 cup minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons Creole or other whole grain mustard
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
4 pounds mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded
1/4 cup cognac
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, plus additional for garnish
Crusty bread, for serving

1
Set a very large saute pan over medium heat and render the bacon in the pan until crispy, about 6 to 7 minutes.
2
Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside on a paper-lined plate to drain.
3
Add the shallots to the pan and saute, stirring often, for 1 minute.
4
Add the garlic to the pan and saute for 30 seconds.
5
Raise the heat to medium-high and deglaze the pan with the white wine.
6
Reduce the wine until nearly evaporated, about 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Add the mustard, cream, salt and pepper to the pan.
8
Bring the pan to a boil.
9
Add the mussels, cognac and parsley to the pan and stir once, cover with a lid, and cook until the mussels just begin to open, about 4 to 5 minutes.
10
Remove the lid, stir the mussels, and return the bacon to the pan.
11
Serve in a very large, deep bowl, with a thick slice of crusty bread and more parsley for garnish.

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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: 6 ounces bacon, chopped into 1/2-inch dice, 1/4 cup minced shallots, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 cup dry white wine, and more.

Yes, Steamed Mussels in a Creole Mustard, Bacon, and Cognac Cream Sauce 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.

Steamed Mussels in a Creole Mustard, Bacon, and Cognac Cream Sauce

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