Jul 14 2026
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P.e.i. Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Vino
Time30m
Serves4

basil | tomato | garlic | vermouth | grilled bread

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Grilled Bread

Method

Mussels Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells with a brush to remove any dirt. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

  2. 2

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic (4 cloves) and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

  3. 3

    Add Tomatoes and Vermouth

    Stir in the diced tomatoes and dry vermouth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Cook the Mussels

    Add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed.

  5. 5

    Add Basil

    Once the mussels are cooked, stir in the fresh basil leaves and remove from heat.

Grilling Bread

  1. 6

    Prepare the Bread

    Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise. Brush both cut sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder.

  2. 7

    Grill the Bread

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the bread cut-side down on the grill and toast for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Remove the grilled bread from the grill and serve alongside the mussels.

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