Prince Edward Island Mussels
Prince Edward Island, Canada produces the sweetest cultivated rope grown mussels. P.E.I. Mussels can be used in a variety a dishes, sauces, or topped with tomatoes, basil & garlic with a splash of white wine. Cultivated mussels have been tumbled to remove beards and barnacles. With A quick rinse they are ready to cook and look beautiful every time.
Features:
- Sold By 2lb. & 10lb. Bags
- Average 18-20 Per Lb.
- Live
- Not to be eaten raw
- Cultivated Rope Grown
- Quick Rinse Ready
- Product of P.E.I., Canada
- Average appetizer portion is 1-2 lbs. per person
- Ship Within Continental U.S.A. Only
Recipe:
Mussels Mariniere
4 Tbs (60 ml) butter or olive oil
6 shallots, chopped
1-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup (250 ml) dry white wine
3-4 quarts (3-4 L) live mussels, scrubbed and bearded
1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped fresh parsley
Heat the butter in a large heavy pot over moderate heat and saute the shallots and garlic until tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a boil. Add the mussels and cook tightly covered, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels' shells open, 5 to 8 minutes. Discard any unopened shells. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and spoon the mussels (shells and all) and liquid into serving bowls. Serves 4 to 6. p.e.i. cultivated mussels
