Bacon and Saffron Mussels

Directions

• Step 1 Use a firm brush to brush off any additional sand. Rinse under cool tap water, and set aside. Drain and dry with a towel before cooking.
• Step 2 Combine the scallions, celery, shallot, garlic and bacon in a dish.
• Step 3 Heat olive oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat and then add the dish of ingredients. Saute for 2 minutes.
• Step 4 Add the mussels and shake over high heat for 30 seconds. Cover the saute pan and steam mussels for 2 minutes.
• Step 5 When the mussels open, add the wine and pinch of saffron. Cook for another 2 minutes, uncovered, to reduce the broth. Cover and cook for a remaining 60 seconds or until the mussels are all open. (Get rid of any that do not open before serving.)
• Step 6 Remove the mussels to serving dishes and then add the creme fraiche to the broth and stir until fully combined. Season with additional salt & pepper and then pour over the mussels. Serve with warm bread.”