Place the thyme, parsley and bay leaf on a square of cheesecloth; tie together the corners of the cheesecloth to make a bouquet garni. Wash the mussels. Sort through them and throw out any dead ones.

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, garlic, and thyme; sauté until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add 4 cups stock and wine; ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A pile of vibrant mussels in close-up. - Alessio Orru/Shutterstock There are few foods as evocative as a bowl of steamed mussels.