Penn Cove Mussels with Smoked Salmon & Cream

Penn Cove Mussels With Smoked Salmon and Cream

Ingredients: 
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup heavy cream
4 pounds mussels
3 ounces smoked salmon

Serving Size: appetizers - 1/4 to 1/2 Lb. ; entrees - 3/4 to 1 Lb.

Storage: Store the live mussels in your refrigerator and cover with ice or a damp cloth to keep moist. They should not stand in water, so drain liquid
from the container daily. 

Preparation: Usually the mussels will be de-bearded when purchased, however, if the mussels still have their "beards" (byssal threads), wait until within an hour of cooking to remove the mussel beards by giving them a sharp pull toward the pointed tips of the mussels. Lightly rinse the mussels under fresh, running water before cooking, then set aside. If any mussels are gaping open.

In a large saucepan over medium high heat, add garlic, wine and cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute. Add the mussels and flake in the smoked salmon. Cook, without a lid, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the mussels are open and the meat is opaque. Serve.