Next Generation Life Fitness

Steamed Mussels in Garlic and Herbs

Preptime: 5 min.
Cooktime: 5 min.

Calories: 294
Carbs: 12g
Fat: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 28g
Satfat: 1g
Sodium: 651mg

Ingredients:
2 pounds mussels
1 cup dry white wine
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, sliced
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Directions:
1. Scrub the mussels under cold running water and discard any with open or broken shells. Remove the "beard" by pulling off any wiry threads from the seams.

2. In a large pot, bring the white wine, garlic, shallot and bay leaf to a boil. Add the mussels, cover and cook for 2 minutes. Remove the cover, stir, recover and cook until the mussels open, about 2 to 3 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open after 6 minutes.

3. Ladle the mussels into large bowls. Add the parsley to the broth and pour it over the mussels. Serve immediately.