Creamy Shrimp and Mussels with Garlic Bread

This rich and comforting Creamy Shrimp and Mussels dish combines tender seafood with a velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce and crisp, buttery garlic bread on the side. The shrimp sear quickly, the mussels steam open in aromatic butter and garlic, and a luxurious cream sauce brings everything together. Paired with freshly baked garlic bread for dipping, this meal is indulgent yet simple, perfect for a cozy dinner or an impressive seafood spread.

Ingredients

For the Seafood

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 lb mussels (cleaned and de-bearded)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

For the Garlic Bread

• 4 slices of French baguette or your choice of bread
• 2 tbsp butter (melted)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
• Salt to taste
  

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