Mussels Steamed in White Wine

Ingredients

• 3 lbs mussels, cleaned
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup water

Directions

1. 1

   Place mussels in a large kettle. Add onion, 2 tablespoons parsley, thyme, pepper, wine and water.

2. 2

   Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

3. 3

   Cook, uncovered, 5 minutes, until mussels open. Stir well.

4. 4

   Remove mussels with a slotted spoon. Discard any that do not open.

5. 5

   Strain juices through a cheesecloth.

6. 6

   Divide mussels into 4 soup bowls. Pour hot broth over.

7. 7

   Top with remaining parsley and serve.