Thyme and White Wine Mussels

Ingredients

Fresh parsley

2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Fresh thyme

4 sprigs

White wine

1 cup

Shallots

2, finely chopped

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Mussels

2 pounds, cleaned and debearded

Instructions

1. Start by cleaning the mussels. Scrub them under cold running water and remove any beards. Discard any mussels that are already open.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped shallots to the pot. Sauté until they become fragrant and slightly translucent, which should take about 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the white wine and add the fresh thyme sprigs to the pot. Let it come to a simmer.
5. Carefully add the mussels to the pot, give everything a good stir, and cover with a lid. Allow the mussels to steam for 5-7 minutes or until they all have opened.
6. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking. It's important to note that consuming unopened mussels can be harmful.
7. Season the mussels with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
8. Just before serving, garnish the mussels with freshly chopped parsley. This adds a burst of color and freshness to the dish.