Mussel Beach

Mix all ingredients except butter and mussels in small food processor and chop. Add butter and blend thoroughly. Steam mussels 40-60 seconds till opened. Steam additional minute if unopened, then discard any that remain closed. Do not overcook. Allow mussels to cool and remove top shell. Set mussels on baking sheet and spoon 1/4 tsp mix over each. Place pan under broiler close to element. Broil 2.5 min or until butter is melted and mussels just begin to brown.

Basil 6leaves
Thyme 2T fresh
Tarragon 2T fresh
Garlic 3cloves, minced
Shallot 1minced
Lemon 1 zested, .5 juiced, 1.5 wedged for garnish
Parsley 0.25c fresh Italian
Celery Salt 0.5tsp
Pepper 0.25tsp
Butter 3T, at room temp
Mussels 1 lb, cultured, rinsed & de-bearded