Mussels deserve your attention on weeknights. An affordable and accessible protein, they also happen to cook in less time than it takes to boil water. As the bivalves steam, they release a briny liquid, further perfuming the buttery, sake-fortified miso broth. Load up each bowl with a few good ladles, slurping every drop with an assist from crusty bread or warm rice. And why not enjoy the rest of the bottle of sake alongside your meal?