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Mussels marinara garnished with parsley, in a white saucepan beside two wine glasses.
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5 / 2 votes

Mussels Marinara ~ Cozze alla Marinara

This dish is great for a laid-back dinner party, with particular emphasis on the laid-back part. The sweet and briny mussels are a big part of what makes the dinner both company-worthy and stress-free.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 163

Ingredients

  • 3 1/4 pounds mussels, scrubbed
  • Freshly cracked pepper
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
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Instructions

  • Place the mussels in a large pan or pot over high heat with plenty of pepper but no water. Cook until the mussels open, about 5 minutes. Discard any that remain closed.
  • Drain the mussels, reserving the cooking liquid left in the pan that exuded from the mollusks during cooking. Place the mussels in a deep serving dish. Strain the cooking liquid through a strainer lined with cheesecloth into a small bowl. Stir in the parsley, pour the mixture over the mussels, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 539mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g