They’re quick to cook, full of flavor, and instantly elevate any meal—from beachy appetizers to elegant main courses. But before mussels hit the pan, there's one part that often feels more daunting ...

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Most recipes call for cleaning the mussels and pulling off the “byssus” – beard – before cooking. Since about 90 percent of the world’s mussels are farm-raised, you’ll find them mostly beardless. To ...