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Flavours of PEI: Steamed Mussels New London Style

January 27, 2011 by Suzie the Foodie 6 Comments

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style

Once again I am putting the cookbook Flavours of Prince Edward Island: A Culinary Journey by Whitecap Books through my test kitchen. I began with their buttermilk biscuits which at least three people have messaged me that they have made and absolutely loved, so a good way to begin. Next? Seafood! For me, mussels are a classic. You know I love to make them and they are such a deal here in Nova Scotia what a perfect excuse to pick some up for lunch!

Was I ever relieved to read this information about mussels at the top of the page, “Mussels are very nutritious. They contain omega-3s as well as calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc…” I have always known that mussels make me feel good, now I know why!

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style

“Heat a medium-sized pot to medium heat.” I used a large wide pan because that is how I usually cook mussels, LOL. Saute 1/4 cup of finely diced onion, 3 tbsp of diced celery and 3 tbsp of minced garlic. Now I was not making four pounds of mussels so I just chopped up enough veggies for me. I also used shallots instead of onion, that is just a personal preference. Saute until translucent, about two minutes. Increase to heat to high.

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style

Add 1/2 cup of wine and bring to a boil. I probably added close to that amount because I wanted lots of sauce!

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style

Add mussels, cover and cook for six minutes to let them steam and open.

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style

From here you are supposed to remove your mussels, keeps them warm and reduce the sauce. Well after having them on high for six minutes, I had no broth left! That is the best part so I ignored the rest of the recipe and starting problem solving.

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style
I took the pan off the heat, added a little butter, chopped parsley and poured in some light cream (never boil light cream, always add off the heat). Still very little broth to dip some crusty French baguette in but what broth there was??? A beautiful elixir! If you try and make these, I suggest reducing the heat to a strong simmer after covering the pot to ensure the mussels will open and enough liquid for sauce-making.

Flavours of PEI Steamed Mussels New London Style

Is there anything more elegant and beautiful than a big bowl of mussels? I know, if you are not a seafood fan this will not appeal to you at all but if you are like me, more mermaid than human, you will know exactly what I am talking about. One nice thing about being the only seafood lover in my home is I got to eat all those mussels all by myself and it cost me just $2!

Even though I was left without much broth and had to get creative to make a sauce, I thought the recipe was fantastic. It is a very classic way to make mussels. The cookbook provides not only a stunning photo of its own but offers variations in case you prefer to make a sauce with tomatoes or whipping cream. However, the recipe is entitled “New London Style” without explanation which kind of bugs me. What does that mean exactly? Are they referring to the technique? The ingredients? Just the region???  I want to know!

I wish I could give it a perfect rating but no sauce? No name explanation? Well, I have to ding them a little for that! I give this recipe four out of five wooden spoons. 

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  1. Debra She Who Seeks says

    January 27, 2011 at 2:00 pm

    More mermaid than human? Could you be a selkie perhaps?

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  2. Suzie Ridler says

    January 27, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    Could be Debra, could be! You never know… šŸ˜‰

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  3. AvaDJ says

    January 28, 2011 at 4:05 am

    They look spectacular, and this coming from someone who is not a big fan of mussels. Alas, the wine reduced before you could get them outta of there, boo hoo. I think next time just close your eyes and keep on pouring that wine to your heart’s content, but be sure to save a glass or two for you and hubby lol. Guaranteed to have lots of sauce that way ;o)

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  4. Magic of Spice says

    February 1, 2011 at 4:45 am

    Just gorgeous!

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  5. theherbedkitchen says

    August 29, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    I had no idea that mussels were good for me! I love healthy treats like this, especially when they come cooked in wine.

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  6. Suzie Ridler says

    August 29, 2011 at 4:04 pm

    Yup! Zinc is so good for you and these always make me feel better and not just because they are yummy. Yes, you really need the wine. Delish! Enjoy. šŸ™‚

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