Mussels (Not from Brussels, but Belgian Anyway) Recipe

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Mussels (Not from Brussels, but Belgian Anyway)
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  1. To prepare the mussels, scrape off anything living or growing on the outside of the shells, and pull out the little bunch of dark hairs (the beard) coming out of the side of the shells. Soak them in cold water while doing so. The shells are usually closed when you buy them. Do not panic if they open under water! Any shells that do not close when you tap them, have to be thrown out. This part may be done a couple of hours ahead of time if the mussels are stored in a cool place. Set the cleaned mussels aside.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the carrot, onion, celery, bay leaf, peppercorns, lemon slices and white wine. Bring to a boil over high heat, and add 1/3 of the cleaned mussels. Cover the pan, and cook shaking, every minute or so to help the mussels cook evenly. When all of the mussels are open, remove from the pan using a slotted spoon, and start enjoying your meal. Continue to cook remaining mussels in the same liquid.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 404.87 Kcal (1695 kJ)
Calories from fat 81.64 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.07g 14%
Cholesterol 126.98mg 42%
Sodium 1312.72mg 55%
Potassium 1547.03mg 33%
Total Carbs 21.82g 7%
Sugars 1.61g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1.18g 5%
Protein 54.9g 110%
Vitamin C 45.8mg 76%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 18.3mg 102%
Calcium 132.3mg 13%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 80.74 Kcal (338 kJ)
Calories from fat 16.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.81g 14%
Cholesterol 25.32mg 42%
Sodium 261.78mg 55%
Potassium 308.51mg 33%
Total Carbs 4.35g 7%
Sugars 0.32g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0.24g 5%
Protein 10.95g 110%
Vitamin C 9.1mg 76%
Iron 3.6mg 102%
Calcium 26.4mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 8.6
    Points
  • 10
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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