Peppered Mussels

Method

1. Clean the mussels: remove the beard and any impurities with a small knife. Discard any mussels that are open or broken.
2. Place the cleaned mussels in a hot pan.
3. Add a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper directly to the pan.
4. Cover the pan and cook until the mussels open, shaking the pan occasionally.
5. Meanwhile, chop fresh parsley.
6. Serve the mussels hot, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges, with a slice of bread to soak up the juices.