Beer Steamed Mussels

A simple yet delicious way to serve fresh mussels.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Pounds Fresh Mussels
• 1 Tablespoon Olive OIl
• 3 Cloves Garlic, Peeled & Minced
• 1 Medium Onion, Peeled, & Diced
• 3/4 Cup Good Quality Beer
• 3 Tablespoons Butter
• 4 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Parsley
• 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 1 1/2 Teaspoons Dijon Mustard
• Salt & Pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Rinse the mussels under cold water, and remove...: Rinse the mussels under cold water, and remove the beards if necessary.
2. 2In a large heavy pot with a lid,...: In a large heavy pot with a lid, heat the olive oil, then add the onion, garlic, and salt and pepper and cook over medium low heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3Pour in the beer and continue to cook,...: Pour in the beer and continue to cook, increasing heat to medium high.
4. 4Add the mussels and cover the pot, and...: Add the mussels and cover the pot, and steam the mussels until they open, shaking the pot from time to time for 5 to 10 minutes.
5. 5Remove the mussels from the broth to a...: Remove the mussels from the broth to a heated bowl, and add the thyme, butter, and mustard.
6. 6Stir well, and cook over high heat, seasoning...: Stir well, and cook over high heat, seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
7. 7Stir in the fresh parsley and pour the...: Stir in the fresh parsley and pour the juices over the mussels in the bowl and serve immediately.