Name: Mussels in Green Peppercorn Sauce
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large shallots, chopped (1/2 cup); 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried green peppercorns, crushed; 1 cup dry white wine; 4 pounds cultivated mussels, scrubbed; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

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Mussels in Green Peppercorn SauceStephanie Foley

Green peppercorns (left over from Chicken Spice Rub ) subtly transform the classic combination of mussels steamed with butter, shallots, and wine by adding a bright, floral fragrance. Pluck the mussels from the pot as they open and then enrich the cooking liquid with cream.

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