Steamed Mussels with White Wine and Garlic

(makes 6 servings)

Ingredients:

• 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 rib celery, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup white wine
• ¼ cup water
• 2 pounds mussels (40 medium, about 3 inches long)
• ¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Preparation:

• Heat oil in large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic and cook, stirring often, until onion starts to soften and garlic starts to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
• Add wine and water. Bring to a boil and cook 3 minutes. Add mussels, cover tightly, and cook until mussels open, 4 to 5 minutes (discard any that do not open). Stir in basil and chopped tomato, if desired.

Make 4 Servings:

Weight loss recipes Amount Per Serving : 170 Calories, 11 g Protein, 9 g Carbohydrates, 1 g Dietary Fiber, 5 g Fat, 1 g Saturated Fat, 260 mg Sodium