cozze alle marinara (mussels marinara)

(1 rating)
Recipe by
jPaul Gaskill
Kenesaw, GA

I first had Mussels in Brussells ca 1969, and have been enjoying this dish ever since!

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 45 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For cozze alle marinara (mussels marinara)

  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 cups of peeled tomatoes
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • pinch of saffron threads
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 2 lbs fresh mussels
  • fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • cooked pasta or bruschetta, for serving

How To Make cozze alle marinara (mussels marinara)

  • 1
    Preparation: In a large saucepan or pasta pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and tomatoes. With a wooden spoon, break up the tomatoes and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the tomatoes lose their rawness, about 10 minutes.
  • 2
    Add the wine and season with saffron, salt and pepper. Add the red pepper and cayenne pepper, to taste depending on desired heat (if using). Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add the mussels, cover and cook until they open, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • 3
    Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve over pasta or with a side of Bruschetta for dipping in the sauce.
  • 4
    Recipe adapted from The Institute of Culinary Education, Techniques of Italian Cooking —Kristen Hess, Author of theartfulgourmet.com

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