Moules Mariniére: A Simple French Seafood Classic
Ingredients
- 20-25 mussels (moules) cleaned and closed
- 1 medium shallot finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2-3 tablespoons unsalted quality butter 82% butterfat or higher
- 1/2 cup white wine what you enjoy drinking
- coarse sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
- 2-3 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley chopped
- fresh artisan crusty bread as many slices or torn pieces as you want
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic, then immediately add the moules (mussels). Cover and cook over medium heat (5-6, on a 10 dial) for 5 minutes (do not peek - unless you have a clear cover).
- After 5 minutes, remove the lid, add a pinch of salt and pepper. Then pour in the wine. Cook to reduce slightly - about 3-5 minutes over medium-low heat. Remove from heat.
- Finish with flat leaf parsley, pair with fresh bread and enjoy warm.