Italian Steamed Mussels Marinara
Make 2-4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine such as Pinot Grigio
- 1 1/2 cups no fat or no sugar added chopped tomatoes such as Pomi
- 2 pounds mussels scrubbed and debearded {fresh or frozen}
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat to olive oil in a large non stick skillet over medium high heat.
- Add the garlic and saute until deep golden brown, about 2 minutes, stirring often.
- Add red pepper flakes and wine, and cook until reduced by half.
- Add the tomatoes and bring it to a simmer.
- Scoop the mussels into the pan and cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until they all open, about 8-10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide among 4 bowls and serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Now Eat This Italian by Rocco Dispirito.