Steamed Mussels

by Claudia
(Prince Rupert, Canada)

Ingredients

4 pounds mussels
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup white wine
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup parsley, chopped

1) Scrub mussels well. Remove beards. Discard any that are not tightly shut.
2) In large pot, combine water, wine, onion, garlic, and bring to a boil.
3) Add mussels, cover, and steam until shells open, approx 4-5 minutes. Discard any that don't open.
4) With slotted spoon, transfer mussels to platter.
5) Sprinkle with chopped parsley