Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsVilla Italia Restaurant & BarMussels Marinara Recipe

Mussels Marinara Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Tomato broth, garlic, white wine

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Ingredients

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Mussels Marinara

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells and removing any beards. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

  2. 2

    Sauté Garlic

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

  3. 3

    Make the Broth

    Add the canned crushed tomatoes and white wine to the pot. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Cook the Mussels

    Add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Stir in the chopped parsley, then serve the mussels in bowls with plenty of the marinara broth.

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