A known aphrodisiac, mussels steamed in aromatic Pastis make for the ultimate Valentine’s Day dish. Aphrodite herself would approve. Many types of seafood have long been considered aphrodisiacs ...

The scent of the mussels steaming is a glorious aroma that fills the entire kitchen with the essence of the sea. And as the steaming liquid heats, it warms your home with the aromatics of garlic and ...

It takes minutes to make an inexpensive, satisfying meal with a bag of mussels. This week’s recipe is inspired by French and Belgian moules marinières, mussels bathed in a garlicky broth. From the ...

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Mussels require some effort on behalf of the cook, but they’re relatively inexpensive and well worth the time. Most of the mussels in markets now are farmed (many from Maine) and usually come in ...

1. Clean and scrape the mussels. Discard any that are open. 2. Heat oil in a deep pan; add the red chiles, mustard seeds, cumin and curry leaves, and heat until they crackle. 3. Add the ginger, green ...

Here’s one of the things I like best about these oven-steamed mussels. If you have ever made mussels, you know that one of the most challenging part is fitting them all in the pan. Most recipes call ...

Looking for a simple and inexpensive summer dinner? Mussels are healthy, easy to prepare and ideal for outdoor dining. They cook in minutes, which is convenient when the weather is hot and you prefer ...

Mussels make a quick, easy meal; they even come with a “briny-sweet, built-in broth,” said Cook’s Illustrated. But anyone who’s cooked them in serious quantities in a stovetop pot will have noticed ...