Rinse and debeard mussels, then steam them in a large pot with one cup of water until all shells open up (about 4 minutes). Remove meats and chop in half. Save 1 ˝ cups strained mussel broth. In separate pot, sauté salt pork or bacon until partially rendered. Add onions, sauté until transparent, add flour and blend. Add broth, stir and bring to boil. Add potatoes, boil until done (about 10 minutes). Add mussel meats and cream season to taste.

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