How to Make It
Step 1
Preheat oven to 500°.
Step 2
Place mussels in a large bowl; cover with cold water. Sprinkle with cornmeal; let stand 30 minutes. Drain; rinse mussels.
Step 3
Place rock salt in bottom of a shallow roasting pan. Arrange mussels in a single layer on rock salt. Bake at 500° for 5 minutes or until shells open. Remove mussels from pan; set aside, and keep warm. Discard rock salt and any unopened shells.
Step 4
Combine wine, vinegar, shallots, and pepper in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve with mussels.