BROILED GARLIC MUSSELS (MOULES GRATIEES )

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When we lived in France, I lived mussels. Since moving back to the states, good ones are hard to find, but this recipe comes close! For Zaar World Tour 8

Provided by pammyowl

Categories     Mussels

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 lbs fresh live mussels
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 tablespoons butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
6 tablespoons dried white breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped herbs, parsley, thyme, oregano, basil, whatever you like, really
2 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Scrub the mussel under cold running water. Remove beards and discard any opened ones. Put in a pan with the wine, cover and steam for 5-8 minutes.
  • Strain and reserve the cooking liquid. Discard any that aren't open. Remove the top half of each mussel shell and discard.
  • Preheat the broiler.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet, saute shallots until soft, add the garlic and cook an additional 1-2 minutes. Add bread crumbs and saute until lightly browned, remove from heat and stir in the herbs. Moisten with some of the reserved liquid. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the mussels ( in their half shells) and arrange on baking sheet. Top with shredded Parmesan. Broil in batches, for 1-2 minutes until the topping is crisp and golden. Keep the first batch warm while you finish the rest.
  • Garnish with basil leaves and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513.3, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 144.1, Sodium 1328.5, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 49.5

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