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What is the beard of a mussel?
Hold the the shell (whlie its unopened or only slightly opened) in one hand, grip the beard in the other and pull; if it's too tough use some pliers.
How do men remove beard from their face?
Shave it
How might zebera mussels be used to improve lake systems?
They remove algae from the water
How can you remove dark hair from my beard?
yes you can by coloring it at a hair dresser
Do restaurants remove the intestines from oysters?
NO, when eating oysters you are eating the whole animal. This is the same for mussels, clams and quahogs.
How to Cook Mussels?
Mussels are mollusks related to clams. They are easy to come by and when cooked by steaming, grilling, baking or frying, are absolutely delicious.Choosing and Preparing MusselsWhen shopping, choose live mussels from the fish counter that have a fresh smell - not fishy or old - and have tightly closed shells. If slightly open, tap the shell; it should close quickly. Before cooking, scrub the mussels, removing the 'beard' on the shells; rinse thoroughly. Discard any that don't close or have broken shells.Cooking MusselsSteaming mussels is the most popular way of cooking them. It's not necessary to use a lot of liquid when cooking; the mussels give off a lot of liquid (called 'nectar') as they cook. A simple recipe is below. Serve with a dense, crusty bread to soak up the sauce.Steamed Mussels(Serves two)2 lbs live mussels2 cloves garlic, chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1 cup white wine½ cup chopped fresh parsley¼ cup butter¼ cup heavy creamSalt and pepper, to tasteHave your cleaned and rinsed mussels in a bowl nearby. Melt the butter on medium heat in a saucepan large enough for the mussels. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until soft - about three minutes. Pour in the white wine and raise the heat to medium-high. Bring the mixture to a boil. Add the mussels and cover the saucepan with a lid. Cook just until the shells open - about 3-4 minutes. Remove the mussels to a serving bowl, leaving the sauce in the pan.Removing the mussels from the pan one-by-one as they open will help to avoid overcooking. Discard any that remain shut after cooking.Reduce heat and simmer the remaining liquid down to about half volume. Add the cream and parsley, stirring frequently. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour over the cooked mussels. Serve immediately.Do not overcook the mussels. Overcooked mussels will be rubbery in texture and tough to eat.Cooked mussels can be added to salads, pasta or in soups, stews or chowders. Leftover mussels should be refrigerated immediately with the nectar and sealed tightly to avoid drying out. Cooked mussels can be frozen for up to three months. Remove the shells and freeze with the nectar in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Where do mussels live?
They live in Freshwater. (Freshwater Mussels.) They can also live in Saltwater. (Saltwater Mussels.) Mussels are kind of like a clam, not to be mixed up with muscles.
What kind of leaves mussels eat?
Mussels are shellfish, not rabbits. I would suggest not feeding mussels leaves.
What is the difference between freshwater mussels and saltwater mussels?
Freshwater mussels live in rivers, while saltwater mussels live in oceans. Even though it is mussels, it differs a lot. Freshwater mussel and saltwater mussels hunt different things, because they live in different places.
Do zebra mussels camouflage?
Zebra mussels have stripes.
Can you reheat cooked frozen defrosted mussels?
You can reheat mussels in a great many ways. You can put them in the oven, in the microwave, or boil them.
What is the collective noun for mussels?
The collective noun is a bed of mussels.
