Here we serve it over pasta.
We think the simplicity of the ingredients in thisItalian Mussels & Pastadish is its superpower.
Nutty whole-wheat linguine creates a wholesome bed for the buttery, sea-kissed mussels.
Bright lemon zest and fresh grassy parsley finish this dish off with flair.
Keep reading for expert tips, including what to serve with this dish.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
Cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook, stirring, until it just begins to color, 2 to 3 minutes.
Cook, stirring frequently, until thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
Cover, reduce heat to medium and cook until the mussels open, 4 to 6 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the mussels to a large bowl.
(Discard any unopened mussels.)
Strain the mussel broth through a fine-mesh sieve into the tomato sauce.
Stir in crushed red pepper and simmer over medium heat for 1 minute.
Season with salt and pepper.
Ladle about half the sauce over the pasta and toss to coat.
Divide the pasta among 4 pasta bowls, top with mussels and spoon the remaining sauce over the mussels.
Serve topped with parsley and lemon zest.
you might find saffron in the spice section of supermarkets or gourmet shops.
It will keep in an airtight container for several years.
A microplane grater is a great kitchen gadget for grating citrus zest.
It was originally designed to function as a woodworking tool (called a carpenter’s rasp).
It’s the right tool when you want fluffy, very fine citrus zest.
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture.
FoodData Central.Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat.
