Method :
Scrub mussels thoroughly. Remove beards. Soak in cold water for 20 minutes. Heat butter in pan. Gently cook onion and garlic until
tender. Add tomatoes, bouquet garni, lemon
juice and seasoning. Cook for 5 minutes. Open mussels wit a sharp knife,
starting at hinge and working round to join. Place opened mussels on a flat
ovenproof dish. Cover with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with parsley and cheese. Bake in a moderate oven 180C/350F
for 8 minutes. Serve immediately with crusty
bread to soak up the sauce.
Serves 2
A 'bouquet garni' is a flavoring
comprising celery studded with a few peppercorns, parsley and a bay leaf
tied together with string. Always remove before serving. A commercial
variety is also available in the herb and spice section of your
supermarket.
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