Steamed Mussels In Garlic Tomato Wine Broth | Simply Delicious

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small 1 shallot or 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup 1 cherry tomatoes, halved or 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Crusty bread or cooked pasta, for serving