Mussels with Saffron Butter Broth

By Snook

Ingredients

• 1/2 stick butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 shallots, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pounds mussels
• 2 cups white wine
• 1 pinch saffron
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Details

Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 12mins

Preparation

Step 1

Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.

Add the mussels, wine, saffron, and parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Give it a good stir, cover the pot, and cook until all the mussels open, about 8 to 10 minutes. Discard any mussels that have not opened. Transfer to a large bowl and serve with crusty bread.