Steamed Mussels With Herbs

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh mussels
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 shallots, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 (14.5-oz.) can vegetable broth
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation

1. 1. Scrub mussels thoroughly with a scrub brush, removing beards. Discard any opened shells.
2. 2. Sauté garlic and shallots in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in wine and mustard; cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add broth and salt, and bring to a boil. Add mussels. Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until all mussels have opened. Remove from heat. Stir in basil and cilantro.