Steamed Mussels Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

white wine, garlic, marinara, basil, toast

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water to remove any dirt or sand. Scrub the shells with a brush and remove the beards (the fibrous strands) by pulling them off.
2
Check for Freshness
Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped, as well as any broken shells.

3
Sauté Garlic
In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
4
Add White Wine
Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pot.
5
Add Mussels
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and allow them to steam for about 5-7 minutes until they open. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
6
Incorporate Marinara Sauce
Once the mussels are opened, stir in the marinara sauce and chopped basil. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

7
Toast the Bread
While the mussels are cooking, slice the crusty bread and drizzle each slice with olive oil. Toast the bread in a toaster or under the broiler until golden brown.

8
Plate the Mussels
Serve the steamed mussels in a large bowl, garnished with additional chopped basil if desired. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9
Serve with Toast
Accompany the mussels with the toasted bread for dipping into the sauce.