Bennett's Mussels

Ingredients

• 3 dozen fresh mussels
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 cup dry white wine

Directions

1. 1

   Wash shells and remove the bysus thread.

2. 2

   In a large saucepan put the olive oil over 300 degrees heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onions are soft but not brown.

3. 3

   Remove and discard the garlic, then add the mussels and wine.

4. 4

   Cover and cook until the shells open (about 5 minutes).

5. 5

   Serve the liquid as a dipping and dunking sauce.

6. 6

   Do not eat any of the unopened mussels.