Ingredients
mussels
parsley
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
a couple pinches saffron threads
2T butter
2 coarsely chopped tomatoes
2 shallots
3/4c white wine
kosher salt
black pepper
Toasted slices of good bread
Preparation
Soak saffron in white wine to infuse and break it down.
Melt 2T butter in a shallow, wide pan. Add shallots and garlic. Add tomatoes. Add wine and saffron. Stir and simmer. Add mussels and distribute in a single layer. Cover pan, turn heat up to high. Cook 5-6mins, stirring once or twice and shaking pan occasionally. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and salt/pepper. Serve in shallow bowls with sauce and toasted bread
