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How to I beard a mussel?

Cleaning Mussels

Most mussels sold today are farmed and come fully cleaned. Mussels only need to be washed and bearded. To beard, use fingers to pull out the clump of hair- like strands.

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7/19/2006 12:04:49 PM
Nicola said:

Slightly off topic, I recently read an article which suggests sprinkling cornmeal on mussels and clams as a method of cleaning???

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