The top of this unique set serves double duty as both a pot lid and a bowl in which to collect the shells as you eat. This top with its handles on its side and deep profile has been specifically designed to perfectly match the pot for both steaming and eating. Step 1Add 2 lbs of clean mussels to pot along with: 1/4 cup water, wine or beer 1 medium tomato, diced 1 small onion, diced 1 garlic clove, minced Step 2Place top on pot and steam on medium-high heat for 7-9 minutes or until shells open. Step 3Remove top and enjoy. Use top to collect the empty shells as you eat. Steam and Enjoy in One Set! Unique top holds the shells as you eat. Quickly and easily steam up to 2 lbs (900g) of mussels. Ideal for 1 or 2 people can share Durable polished stainless steel with Reinforced Sandwich Bottom For use with Electric, Gas, Ceramic, Induction, or Halogen Burners Pot Capacity: 2 lbs (900g) mussels in shell Recipes Included