Recipe from the Open Arms restaurant in Dirleton, East Lothian, Scotland. This is an ancient Scottish dish that can be traced back to the Middle Ages.
Melt butter in a saucepan, add onion. Cook over low heat until onion is translucent.
Add flour, stir well, then add fish stock. Stir until well blended, then simmer a few more min.
Add mussels and white wine, bring to a boil, then simmer gently for about 10 min.
Add whipped cream, fresh parsley and the dried kitchen herbs, bring to the table in a porcelain or possibly earthenware tureen.
Our tip: If you like to cook with fresh herbs, it is best to get kitchen herbs in pots – so you always have everything ready!