Mussels Recipe
marinara, fra diavolo, spicy garlic cream, pesto, sauvignon blanc/butter, alla vodke
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Ingredients
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Mussels
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any debris. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 2
Cooking the Base
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in red pepper flakes and cook for another minute.
- 3
Add Wine and Cream
Pour in the white wine, increase heat to high, and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes. Then, lower the heat and add the heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
- 4
Add Mussels
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels open. Discard any that do not open.
- 5
Finish with Pesto and Vodka
Stir in the pesto sauce and vodka, allowing it to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 6
