Bouillabaisse beware, this creamy mussel and saffron dish is a delicious shortcut to traditional seafood soups.
- Soak saffron in hot water in a small bowl. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add wine and bring to the boil. Increase heat to high. Add mussels and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until mussels open. Transfer mussels to a heatproof bowl as they open to prevent overcooking. Set aside. Discard any unopened mussels.
- Bring liquid to the boil and cook for 15 minutes or until reduced to 2 3/4 cups (685ml). Strain into a large saucepan. Return half the strained shallots to the saucepan and discard the remainder. Add saffron and cream and bring to the boil. Stir through mussels to reheat.
- Divide mussels among shallow serving bowls. Pour over sauce and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
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