Steamed Mussels
(Makes 2 to 3 servings)

Combine the onion, lemon, tomato, garlic, basil, water and hot sauce in a large deep pot and bring to a boil.

Rinse the mussels under cold water. Discard any mussels that are not tightly closed.

Add the mussels to the boiling mixture. Turn the heat to medium, cover the pot and steam the mussels for approximately 8 minutes or until the shells are wide open and the meat is coming loose from the shell. Stir once by gently lifting the bottom mussels to the top.

Place the mussels into large individual bowls. Discard any mussels that have not opened during the cooking process. Pour the hot broth over the mussels.

Garnish the serving dishes with parsley and lemon.

Serve the mussels with sliced baguette-style bread for dipping.