NZ Greenshell™ Mussels with garlic butter (Serves 2)

Ingredients

• 12 Frozen Half Shell Greenshell™ Mussels
• 150gms Butter (softened but not melted)
• 1 medium Fresh Garlic Clove (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Italian Parsley (finely chopped)
• To season Flaky Sea Salt & Cracked Black Pepper

Directions

1.  In a suitable mixing bowl mix the butter, garlic & parsley.
2.  Pre heat the oven to a medium heat (approx 160°C / 320°F).
3.  Set the half shell mussels on to a suitable baking tray with sides (to stop any juice from spilling). With a teaspoon evenly distribute the butter mixture on top of all the mussels.
4.  Place into the oven & allow to bake for approx 5-7 minutes, or until all the mussels are evenly hot.
5.  Remove from the tray on to a suitable service plate or tray, any juices from the mussels can be used to baste the mussels prior to service.
6.  Garnish with fresh Italian parsley & serve with lemon wedges to squeeze over the top.