Below, find our guide to preparing mussels, plus a few of our favorite recipes. Like any quality seafood, there are a few ...

If you do collect your own mussels, make sure the waters are unpolluted. They are at their best in the colder months outside the breeding season. Shop around when buying mussels and select those ...

Remove the mussels from the casserole one at a time. Remove half of their shells and place them, shell down, on a large baking tray. Drizzle over a little of the cooking liquor, then discard the rest.

Defrost the mussels and set in a strainer to drain excess liquid. • Place red peppers on an open flame and char on all sides • Strip the black charred skin, remove seeds and dice.