Mussels from Prince Edward Island, cockles from New Zealand, periwinkles from Cape Cod and clams from Vancouver -- the shellfish on our dinner plates have flown in from all over for the occasion. And ...

Black-shelled mussels are in their season now, one of the better — and better-priced — sources of protein for quick meals. Buy mussels at markets or grocers that traffic in fish; turnover is key to ...

In this scene from IT'S SUPPERTIME!, Matty shares a family recipe for (shelled) mussels in a quick and easy tomato sauce. Click here to see the recipe via Munchies: WATCH NEXT: Fantastic Fumet for the ...

1. Place mussels and white wine in a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Place over high heat and steam, covered, until mussel shells just open, about 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat and let sit, ...

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Bivalves — clams, mussels and oysters — can seem intimidating if you’re not used to cooking them. But they don’t have to be: Simple recipes and bold flavors below can help grow your confidence in ...

This recipe also makes a great first course for a dinner party, serving 8 to 10. The mussels look best when piled in shallow soup or pasta bowls; be sure to place an empty bowl for shells near each ...

Instructions: In a pot large enough to accommodate the mussels, combine the wine, shallot, bay leaf, thyme sprig, and enough water to raise the liquid level to about 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Add the ...

Can’t tell the two bivalves apart? Here’s a handy guide. Simply Recipes / Photo by Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Ruth Blackburn / Prop Styling by Claire Spollen Clams and mussels taste different, ...

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 ...

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