MUSSELS WITH LEEKS, SAFFRON AND CREAM
Provided by Janet Fletcher
Categories Milk/Cream Shellfish Appetizer Quick & Easy Mussel Saffron Leek Bon Appétit California Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield 4 main course servings or 8 appetizer servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large deep skillet over medium-low heat. Add leeks and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes.
- Combine mussels, wine and parsley sprigs in large Dutch oven. Cover and cook over high heat until mussels open, about 6 minutes. Using tongs, transfer mussels to large bowl, discarding any that do not open. Strain mussel juices into skillet containing leeks. Add saffron and cream to skillet; boil until reduced to sauce consistency, about 2 minutes. Stir in minced parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Add mussels and any accumulated juices to skillet. Stir over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes. divide mussels among 4 bowls; pour sauce over.
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Nazeer
[email protected]This was a delicious and elegant dish. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
beauty by houda
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mussels, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The sauce was creamy and flavorful and the mussels were cooked well.
Louise Allday
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.
Selena Ortiz
[email protected]The mussels were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was still delicious. I would recommend cooking the mussels for a shorter amount of time next time.
Mohamed Elmengah
[email protected]This was my first time cooking mussels and I was really impressed. The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.
Staf Mann
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Md SURUV ISlAM
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The mussels were plump and juicy and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.
Kenzel Dixon
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the mussels turned out tough. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Alem Sarker
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful.
Kabugho scovia
[email protected]The mussels were a bit gritty, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different type of mussel next time.
Kidus Yenenesh
[email protected]This was my first time cooking mussels and they turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the mussels were cooked perfectly.
GSM HRIDOY
[email protected]I love mussels and this recipe did not disappoint. The leeks and saffron added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
mary abrams
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the results were worth it. The mussels were tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful.
Preeti Bhatt
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the mussels and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
meexcdg peee
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!