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Active Time:  15 Minutes
Total Time:  15 Minutes
Yield:  Serves 4-6

Along France’s northern coast, where mussels prosper in the cold Atlantic waters, the fresh mollusks are often served with little or no embellishment, save for a sprinkling of herbs. For a delicious light supper, pair this dish with a side of crisp french fries and a full-bodied Alsatian wine such as a Gewürtztraminer.

RECIPE INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup finely chopped shallots

1/3 cup julienned fresh basil

1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves

1/3 cup chopped fresh chives

1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

1 1/2 cups vinaigrette

4 lb fresh mussels, well scrubbed, debearded

1 cup water

1/2 cup roasted, peeled and sliced red bell peppers

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Vinaigrette

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DIRECTIONS

In a small bowl, combine the shallots, basil, tarragon, chives, parsley and vinaigrette. Stir to mix and set aside.

Discard any mussels that do not close to the touch. In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the mussels, cover and steam over high heat, stirring once or twice, until the shells open, 3-5 minutes.

Drain the mussels and discard any that have not opened. Place them in a large serving bowl or divide equally among smaller individual bowls. Scatter the peppers evenly over the top(s).

Pour the vinaigrette-herb mixture directly over the mussels and peppers. Serve immediately or let cool and serve at room temperature.

Recipe reprinted by permission of Weldon Owen. All rights reserved.
Date Added: 01/01/2008

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Nutrition Facts per Serving
Yield: Serves 4-6

Calories:

564

Fat. Total:

35g

Fiber:

Carbohydrates, Total:

23g

Sodium:

1332mg

% Cal. from Fat:

56%

Cholesterol:

85mg

Protein:

38g

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