Mussels in Wine

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Ingredients:

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Preparation:

{"ops":[{"insert":"1. Soften half of the butter (margarine) and combine with flour until a paste is formed. Set aside. Saute vegetables in the remaining butter (margarine) until golden brown. Add wine, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil, and add mussels.\n\n2. Stem covered over high heat until mussels open (5-8 minutes). Drain mussels, reserving juice and discarding vegetables. Remove mussel meats from shells, reserving half of the shells.\n\n3. Place meats back on the half-shells and keep warm on a serving dish. Bring strained liquid to simmer and stir in the butter/flour paste. Cook 2-4 minutes, stirring until smooth. Spoon sauce over mussels and garnish with chopped parsley.\n\n"},{"attributes":{"italic":true},"insert":"Makes 8-10 servings."},{"insert":"\n"}]}

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