Steamed Mussels in White Wine
This seafood delicacy is a set it and forget it dish that requires only a handful of simple ingredients. Enjoy this eloquent ensemble of shallots, garlic, parsley and white wine that brighten and balance the delicate seafood flavours, as well as compliment the plump and juicy texture of the mussels.
Ingredients
- 1 lbmussels
- 4 slicesbacon, diced
- 2shallots, sliced
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup white wine
Steps
STEP 1
Select the Auto Cook Setting #7 “Steamed Scallops” for 17 minutes. Ensure the oven water tank is full.
STEP 2
Rinse the mussels well under cold water. Pick them over, pulling off any beards and discarding any mussels that are broken or gaping open.
STEP 3
In an 8inch Dutch oven over medium high heat, cook the bacon for four minutes or until golden coloured. Turn off the heat, mix in the shallots, garlic, parsley and white wine. Add the mussels and stir.
STEP 4
Place in the oven. Press Start/Set.
STEP 5
Serve immediately with garlic bread.
STEP 6
Tip: If any mussels do not open, do not eat them and toss immediately!