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Mussels in White Wine Sauce
Dive into the rich culinary heritage of France with this exquisite dish of Mussels in White Wine Sauce. This recipe features plump, tender mussels bathed in a luscious sauce made with aromatic garlic, shallots, and a splash of dry white wine. The addition of heavy cream lends a velvety texture that beautifully balances the briny sweetness of the mussels. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light main course, this dish is best served with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the fragrant sauce. Experience a taste of the French coast right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
- Mussels
- 2 pounds, cleaned and debearded
- Butter
- 2 tablespoons
- Shallots
- 2, finely chopped
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Dry white wine
- 1 cup
- Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup
- Fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Salt
- to taste
- Pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat until foamy.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots to the pot. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the dry white wine and bring to a boil, allowing it to reduce slightly.
- Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the mussels have opened up.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the mussels from the pot and set them aside in a serving bowl.
- Stir in the heavy cream to the pot and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the chopped parsley and season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the mussels in the serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.
Tips
- For an added kick, consider incorporating a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic and shallots.
- Serve with a side of French fries or a simple green salad to make a complete meal.
- Choose a good quality dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, as it greatly impacts the flavor of the sauce.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Calories: 350 Fat: 20g Carbs: 5g Protein: 30g Sodium: 700mg Sugar: 1g
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