Mussels Alla Marinara

Ingridients of Mussels Alla Marinara:

• 2 lbs of larger mussels , if possible
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion , chopped
• 2 garlic cloves , crushed and chopped
• 1 large carrot , very finely diced
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/4 teaspoon thyme
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley (Italian)