Mussels and Shrimp in Light Curry

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot on medium heat. 
2. Add the bacon and cook until it starts to crisp, 5 to 10 min. 
3. Add the garlic, onion, fennel, carrot and thyme, and simmer about 5 min or until softened. 
4. Rinse the mussels with cold water and remove any beards. 
5. Place them in a separate bowl. 
6. Add to the pot the Patak’s® Mild Curry Spice Paste, stir and simmer 2 min to release the paste’s flavors. 
7. Add the sherry and shrimp, and simmer until the shrimp is cooked for about 2 min. 
8. Stir in the tomatoes and bring to a simmer. 
9. Gently pour in the cream while stirring. 
10. Add the mussels and simmer until the shells open (discard any mussels that do not open). 
11. Serve with baguette.