Moules Marinières

Classic mussels steamed in white wine and garlic.

Ingredients

• 1 kg mussels
• 200 ml white wine
• 50 g butter
• 4 shallots
• 2 cloves garlic
• small handful parsley

Method

1. Wash mussels under cold water, removing beards.
2. Sauté shallots and garlic in butter until soft.
3. Add mussels, white wine, and cover for 5 minutes.
4. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

Chef's tips

• Discard any mussels that do not open during cooking.