Ginger-Steamed Mussels à la Marinière

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh mussels
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger
• 4 cloves garlic
• 4 scallions
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1/2 loaf baguette(optional)
• to taste black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse mussels under cold water, scrubbing shells and removing any beards. Discard any mussels that stay open when tapped.

2. 2

   Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic, and scallion whites; sauté 2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Pour in the white wine, bring to a boil, and add the mussels. Cover and steam 6-8 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the shells open.

4. 4

   Discard any unopened mussels. Stir scallion greens and parsley into the broth, season with black pepper, and serve in deep bowls with the broth and crusty baguette for dipping.