Cozze Fresche Recipe
Fresh mussels sautéed with fresh garlic and herbs, in a spicy white wine tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any debris. Remove the beards if necessary.
- 2
Sauté Garlic
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Add Wine and Tomatoes
Pour in the dry white wine and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices). Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 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 do not open.
- 5
Finish with Herbs
Stir in the chopped parsley and basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Serve the mussels in a bowl with the sauce poured over them. Enjoy with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
