Prep: 20min › Cook: 30min › Ready in: 50min
- In a pan, heat the oil over a medium setting. Add the onion and peppers and cook for 10 mins, or until tender and browned. Add the garlic, tarragon and chilli and cook for 2 mins.
- Remove the pan from the heat and, using a handheld blender, purée until smooth.
- Return to the heat and add the frozen mussels and cherry tomatoes. Season with black pepper and simmer for 15 mins.
- Toast the almonds for 1-2 mins under a hot grill.
- Spoon the mussels into bowls. Sprinkle with parsley and almonds. Serve with griddled or toasted slices of the ciabatta roll (optional).