Mussels in red broth

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• 2 kg mussels (mussels in the shell)
• 2 large onions
• 1 bunch of soup vegetables
• 2 cans of tomatoes, peeled
• 6 cloves garlic
• ¼ liter wine, red, dry
• 2 bay leaves
• 8 grains of black pepper
• 2 tbsp oil (olive oil)
• 2 tsp salt, preferably coarse sea salt

Instructions

Working time approx. 15 minutes; Total time approx. 15 minutes

Prepare the onions and vegetables and lightly fry them in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then add the garlic. Clean and wash the mussels. Discard any that have already opened. Add the canned tomatoes to the lightly fried vegetables. Add 2 teaspoons of coarse sea salt, as well as the peppercorns and bay leaf; layer the cleaned mussels on top of this broth. Pour in the red wine and just enough water to cover the mussels. Simmer for about 20-30 minutes, shaking the pot on the stove frequently. When the mussels have opened, the meal is ready. Serve with fresh baguette and, of course, a couple of glasses of red wine!