Experience the Taste of Moules Frites with Mariniere Sauce - Recipe for a French-Inspired Meal

mussels

🥗Healthier: clams

💰Cheaper: canned mussels

Canned mussels are more affordable and easy to find.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth is lower in calories, while vinegar adds acidity.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess.

Preheat the oven to 200°F.

Run mussels under cold water and scratch off any bits; check for cracked mussels.

Place mussels into a saucepan with excess water to help open them up and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Add marinara sauce to the pot with the mussels and let it simmer for about 5-6 minutes, stirring for an additional 2 minutes before serving.

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