Mussel stew

Not too bad. Used only half the ten dollar pack for 5 people (was slightly too little but made up by the bread).

Slowly fried chopped medium onion with dried fennel, then garlic. Then a tablespoon of tomato paste. Added a healthy dollop of mirrin.Then the blended contents of my steamed canned tomatoes. Finally chopped green olives, thyme and lemon zest. Simmered for a bit. At serving, add in the frozen mussels directly and boil till just done. 

Bread was assortment of Rosemary cheese bread and a baguette.

Accompanied by a sparkling Italian white.