Ingredients

Preparation

1. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the sliced shallots and garlic; cook for 2 minutes. Pour in the white wine and reduce by half. Add the herbs; season with salt and pepper.

2. Add the diced fresh tomatoes and the bell pepper. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes over low heat.

3. Add the mussels; cover and cook for about 6 minutes, or until all the mussels are open.

4. Remove and serve immediately in hot plates.

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Provençal Mussels

Name: Provençal Mussels
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2.5 kg cleaned and scrubbed mussels; 60g French shallots, sliced; 1 clove of garlic, sliced; 100ml white wine; 30ml chopped parsley; 2 sprigs of thyme, chopped; 2 tsp dried oregano; 6 ripe tomatoes; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 100ml extra virgin olive oil; 1 tsp butter; Salt and pepper

Preparation: 10 min

Cooking: 15 min

Servings: 4

Provençal mussels reveal the richness of Mediterranean cuisine. Flavored with a fragrant mixture of shallots, tomatoes, and herbs, they bring an explosion of flavors in each bite. Ideal for a family meal or with friends, these mussels are very easy to prepare together with a simple low heat to create a warm and convivial dish.