Mussel Bisque

Name: Mussel Bisque
Ingredients: 2 lb. mussels; 2 chopped shallots; 2 onions, quartered; 2 sprigs parsley; salt and pepper; 1 c. dry white wine; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 bay leaf; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 2 c. heavy cream; 1 egg yolk, beaten

11 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

2 lb. mussels
2 chopped shallots
2 onions, quartered
2 sprigs parsley
salt and pepper
1 c. dry white wine
2 Tbsp. butter
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp. thyme
2 c. heavy cream
1 egg yolk, beaten

Directions

1

Scrub mussels.
2

Simmer them with spices, wine, butter and onions for 5 to 10 minutes, until shells open.
3

Strain.
4

Discard mussels.
5

Bring liquid to a boil.
6

Add cream and egg to thicken slightly.
7

(Do not boil.)
8

Serve hot.