Beer Steamed Mussels with Bacon Recipe

Name: Beer-Steamed Mussels with Bacon Recipe
Ingredients: 4 strips of bacon, chopped; 1 large shallot, minced (about 1/2 cup); 4 medium cloves of garlic, minced (about 4 teaspoons); 3 sprigs fresh thyme; 3/4 cup Belgian-style ale, or witbier; 2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed clean and beards removed; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves; Crusty bread, for serving