MUSSELS PROVENCALE

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This tasty dish can be served as an appetizer (for 4) or as a main course (for 2). I love to mop up the sauce with crusty bread!! The prep time includes soaking.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Mussels

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 onions, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes, drained & chopped
1 (7 ounce) can tomato paste
1 cup red wine or 1 cup white wine
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp dried)
salt & pepper (to taste)
24 mussels

Steps:

  • Wash mussels in several changes of cold water; using a sharp knife, remove beards.
  • Soak mussels for about 30 minutes in cold water containing a handful of salt& a handful of flour.
  • This will remove any sand inside the mussels.
  • In heavy saucepan, heat oil; saute garlic, onion& celery until soft but not brown.
  • Add tomatoes& simmer for about 10 minutes to evaporate the remaining liquid.
  • Add remaining ingredients (except mussels), cover& simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Just before serving, add mussels, cover& simmer for 3- 5 minutes to allow the mussels open.
  • Discard any that don't.

YBA Films
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This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Drive Wealth_Club
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Bjplayz231
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This is a great recipe for a budget-friendly meal. Mussels are relatively inexpensive, and this recipe uses simple, affordable ingredients.


Som Waiba
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I've never cooked mussels before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out perfectly.


Thelma Mwansa
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The mussels, tomatoes, and herbs all come together to create a truly delicious meal.


Gulshan Faisal
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The mussels were plump and juicy, and the sauce was rich and flavorful.


Red CookieMonster
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Yero San Mamme
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Oladimeji Adefisola
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few fresh ingredients, but they come together to create a delicious and satisfying dish.


Jamshad Jutt
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover mussels.


Annet Medina
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


as Gzl
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I love that this recipe uses fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the dish.


Contrell Thomas
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Derek Sanchez
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I'm not usually a fan of mussels, but this recipe changed my mind. The mussels were tender and juicy, and the sauce was so delicious that I couldn't resist mopping it up with bread.


PAT MHLONGO
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I've tried many mussels provencale recipes in the past, but this one is by far the best. The combination of white wine, garlic, and tomatoes is simply divine.


Steve Schreier
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This mussels provencale recipe was absolutely delightful! The mussels were cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I especially loved the addition of fresh herbs, which really brightened up the dish.


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