Steamed Mussels



1 teaspoon olive oil
1/3 cup minced shallots
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup Riesling or other slightly sweet white wine
12 mussels (about 8 ounces), scrubbed and debearded
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic; sauté 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add wine, and bring to a simmer. Add mussels; cover and cook 6 minutes or until shells open. Discard any unopened shells. Divide evenly between 2 shallow dishes, and sprinkle with thyme.

Makes: 2 servings.