If any mussels are opened, tap them lightly on a hard surface. If they don't close, discard them. Heat the olive oil in a wide, heavy-based pan. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened ...

Related: The Difference Between Clams and Mussels—and the Best Way to Cook With Each Mussels, like clams and oysters, are a type of aquatic mollusk called bivalves, which boast two shells ...

The simplest way to cook a feast of seasonal mussels is with a little wine, cream and herbs as in this classic French recipe. Clean the mussels by thoroughly scrubbing them under plenty of running ...

I like mussels and often buy marinated ones in a pottle of water to snack on. I would like to cook them in dishes but how do they perform and what type of dishes are they best with? Thanks ...

Meanwhile, put the mussels into a saucepan on a medium heat. Cook until they open, 2-3 minutes discarding any that do not. Pour mussel cooking liquid into green broth and stir. To serve ...

Add the onion and the parsley, and soften. Add the mussels, salt and pepper, and the white wine. Bring to a boil, put the lid on, and shake the mussels around. Then leave the pan on the heat and ...