Bang Island Mussels Recipe
fall pesto, white wine, grilled bread
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Ingredients
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Mussels
Grilled Bread
Method
Prepare the Mussels
- 1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any grit or barnacles. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.
- 2
Cook the Mussels
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cleaned mussels and white wine. Cover the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed.
- 3
Add Pesto
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fall pesto. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Prepare the Grilled Bread
- 4
Slice the Bread
Slice the baguette or ciabatta loaf into 1-inch thick slices.
- 5
Serve
- 6
Plate the Dish
Serve the mussels in a large bowl with the grilled bread on the side for dipping into the flavorful broth.
