1-Getting started with this Shrimp And Mussels Creamy Garlic Sauce: Begin by gathering and preparing your ingredients, like cleaning the mussels thoroughly by scrubbing and debearding them to ensure freshness.

2-Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Next, if using shrimp, add 1 lb fresh shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. For the mussels part, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat, add the sliced yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking until soft, about 8 to 10 minutes.

3-Squeeze the lemon juice into the pot and add the lemon half, then increase the heat to high. Add 4 pounds of cleaned mussels and 1 cup of dry white wine, cover tightly, and steam until most mussels open, about 4 to 5 minutes. Lower the heat, pour in 1 1/4 cups of heavy cream, and season with freshly ground black pepper, letting it simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until all mussels open, discarding any that don’t.

4-Finally, sprinkle chopped herbs over the top and serve with thick slices of toasted buttered bread and lemon wedges. Total preparation time is about 30 minutes, with 20 minutes prep and 10 minutes cooking. If you’re adding shrimp, combine it in during the steaming step for that creamy richness. Tips for best results include buying the freshest mussels and keeping the heat low after adding cream to avoid separation here’s a Bang Bang Shrimp recipe that pairs well for inspiration.