There’s a certain anxiety about cooking mussels, but just make sure you follow the rules. Throw out any that are broken or ...

Prepare, clean and de-beard the mussels in the usual way. It is essential that they are all absolutely fresh and tightly closed. Once the mussels are ready to cook, set to one side. Heat oil in a deep ...

Dive into your next bowl of this delicious shellfish armed with these expert tips. Mussels should be alive until cooked; if a shell doesn't close after tapping, discard it. Use your fingers, a fork, ...

Mussels are a cinch for home cooks because they cook quickly, and they're so versatile. Grab some aromatics (shallots, garlic, celery), some liquid (wine, cream, beer) and a large pot, and you're in ...

I know when I cook live mussels or clams, the fact that they're alive is what makes them open up when I cook them (it's their last attempt to regulate their internal temp). But I see frozen mussels ...