A delightful dish of mussels steamed in a flavorful white wine and herb broth, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Heat the butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Using a mix of butter and olive oil prevents the butter from burning while adding flavor.
Add the garlic and shallots, cooking until softened and fragrant.
Stir frequently to avoid browning the garlic, which can make it bitter.
Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer.
Simmering the wine helps to cook off the alcohol and concentrate the flavor.
Add the mussels, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover and steam until the mussels open.
Discard any mussels that do not open during cooking.
Serve the mussels in a large bowl with the broth poured over them.
Serve with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.