Jul 13 2026
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Mussels Marinara Recipe

Inspired by Salvatori's Fort Wayne Southwest
Time30m
Serves2

A pound of mussels simmered in marinara, garlic, and basil broth; served with toasted garlic bread

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Ingredients

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Mussels Marinara

Garlic Bread

Method

Mussels Marinara

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt or debris. Remove any beards attached to the mussels.

  2. 2

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

  3. 3

    Add Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, canned crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. 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 until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.

Garlic Bread

  1. 5

    Prepare the Garlic Butter

    In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.

  2. 6

    Toast the Bread

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the baguette or Italian bread in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter evenly over both halves.

  3. 7

    Bake the Bread

    Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy.

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