Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• Freshly ground The Spice Way Black Pepper
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Preparation

1. Rinse and scrub the mussels well. Discard any with cracked shells or any that stay open when tapped.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook 2 minutes, then add the garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
3. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the mussels, cover the pot, and steam 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels open.
5. Discard any mussels that do not open. Stir in the butter, parsley, and black pepper.
6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread for dipping.