Mussels Italiano

Ingredients

• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 dash paprika
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon parmesan cheese, grated
• salt & pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic (refrigerated chopped garlic, this is in addition to the garlic cloves)
• 4 ounces chicken broth (College Inn or Swanson Canned Chicken Broth)
• 3 lbs fresh mussels, scrubbed and beards removed

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

2. 2

   Combine seasonings, broth, grated cheese, olive oil, garlic & butter in a saucepan and gently heat until butter is melted.

3. 3

   Place the mussels in a large casserole dish, and pour the butter mixture over them. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Discard any mussels that do not open.

5. 5

   Serve in soup bowls and pour garlic/butter sauce over each serving.