Steamin' Mussels

"New Zealand is a large producer of mussels from the South Pacific, so the New Zealanders sure know how to cook them. Make them their way for guaranteed sweet, plump mussels every time. Please note that whenever we cook mussels, they need to be cleaned first. To clean mussels for cooking, wash them under running water and scrub away any grit or barnacles with a stiff food scrub brush. Remove the black "beard" from each mussel by cutting or pulling it off."
 
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Ready In:
20mins
Ingredients:
5
Serves:
3-4
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a large soup kettle, over high heat, combine the chicken broth, wine, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Add the mussels, cover, and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes or just until the mussels open. Do not over cook the mussels. Discard any mussels that do not open by themselves.

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  1. I really enjoy steamed mussels, so I loved these. The only thing I'd add is a bit of garlic to the steaming water. Quick and easy to make. Thanks for sharing!
     
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I didn't start cooking until my early 20's, even though I come from a family of accomplished and admired home cooks. While I grew up watching my Italian grandmother in the kitchen, I remained uninterested in trying anything on my own. As a young lady, I was known for being particularly ignorant in the kitchen, with no idea how to even make a hot dog! All this changed, however, when I got engaged. I realized it was time to let my inherent talents out of the bag. At the time, the New York Times had a weekly column called The 60-Minute Gourmet by Pierre Franey. Each week, I would follow these recipes diligently, and taught myself to cook that way. From there, I began to read cookbooks and consult with relatives on family recipes. At my ripe old age now, I feel I know enough to put together a very pleasing meal and have become accomplished in my own right. Having an Irish father and an Italian mother, I'm glad I inherited the cooking gene (and the drinking one too!). One thing I have learned is that simpler is always better! I always believe cooking fills a need to nurture and show love. After being widowed fairly young and living alone with my dog and cats, I stopped cooking for awhile, since I really had no one to cook for. I made care packages for my grown son occasionally, and like to cook weekly for my boyfriend, so I feel like I am truly back in the saddle!!
 
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