CREAM OF MUSSEL SOUP

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Every New England cook has a personal version of mussel soup, depending on the favored regional herbs and cooking customs. Feel free to start with my recipe and develop your own luscious variation. -Donna Noel, Gray, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds fresh mussels (about 5 dozen), scrubbed and beards removed
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 cup water
1 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 bottle (8 ounces) clam juice
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Tap mussels; discard any that do not close. Set aside. In a stockpot, combine the onions, celery, water, wine or broth, clam juice, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add mussels. Cover and simmer until mussels have opened, 5-6 minutes. Remove mussels with a slotted spoon, discarding any unopened mussels; set aside opened mussels and keep warm., Cool cooking liquid slightly. In a blender, cover and process cooking liquid in batches until blended. Return all to pan. Add cream and reserved mussels; heat through (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Sahaban Samir
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I substituted almond milk in this recipe. It turned out great! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the mussels were cooked perfectly.


Hussein Ali Mohammed Abdullah.
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover mussels. It's creamy and flavorful, and the mussels are cooked perfectly. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Brilliant Kaybee
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The soup was bland and the mussels were overcooked. I won't be making this again.


Luzianna
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This soup is amazing! I love the way the mussels and vegetables come together in a creamy broth. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


BD Online Job
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I'm not a big fan of mussels, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if they're not a big


Muhafiz Ali
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The mussels were tender and the broth was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Prety Islam
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I'm allergic to mussels, so I substituted shrimp in this recipe. It turned out great! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Adewumi ayobami
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the mussels are cooked perfectly. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Ms Taniya
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The soup was bland and the mussels were overcooked. I won't be making this again.


Uvindu Sathsara
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This soup is amazing! I love the way the mussels and vegetables come together in a creamy broth. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Bhakta raj Joshi
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I actually enjoyed this soup. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the broth was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if they're not a big fan of seafood.


Lyness Jobson
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This is the perfect soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty, filling, and absolutely delicious. I love the combination of mussels, vegetables, and cream. It's a real comfort food.


Osagie Gift
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out bland and watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Saleh Ashraf
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This soup is a seafood lover's dream. The mussels are cooked perfectly and the broth is creamy and flavorful. I added a little extra white wine to the soup and it really enhanced the flavor.


Isa Bawuba
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. The creamy broth and tender mussels are a perfect combination. I like to serve it with a crusty bread to soak up all the deliciousness.


Surya Jung Bhattarai
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This is the best mussel soup I've ever had. The recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The soup is rich, creamy, and full of flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lloyd Marriott
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I'm not a big fan of mussels, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The soup was delicious! The mussels were tender and the broth was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Abraham Mansion
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This creamy mussel soup is an absolute delight! The combination of mussels, vegetables, and cream creates a rich and flavorful broth that is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The mussels were cooked to pe