Mussel Orzo - Canada's Food Island

Ingredients

• 2 lb (1 kg) fresh PEI Mussels
• 2 cup (200 g) orzo pasta
• 6 clove garlic, chopped
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• 4 tbsp (60 mL) butter
• 2.50 cup (625 mL) white wine
• 0.25 cup (60 mL) heavy cream
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) mixed fresh herbs chopped
• 0.25 cup (60 mL) grated parmigiano reggiano cheese
• salt and pepper