Mussels in Lemon Garlic Sauce

Cooking time: 30 minutes 

Servings: 4 

Ingredients needed:

• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter

• 1 Onion, small, finely chopped

• 2 teaspoon Fresh Garlic, crushed

• 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes

• 1 cup Dry White Wine

• 1 cup Fresh Cream, (whipping cream)

• 450 grams Half Shell Mussels, ( 1 pound )

• Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

• 1 Lemon, juice and zest

• 1/2 cup Parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Melt the Butter in a large skillet (with a lid) – saute the Onion, Garlic and Chili Flakes until soft

2. Add the White Wine and simmer until reduced by two thirds – add the Cream and simmer 2 – 3 minutes

3. Add the Mussels and cover the skillet – over low heat, steam the Mussels until cooked – about 8 – 10 minutes

4. Remove from heat – season to taste with Salt and Black Pepper – stir through the Lemon Juice, finely grated Zest and Parsley