Mussels in Tomato and White Wine

Procedimento

1. 01
   Passaggio 1Soak the mussels20 min

   Soak the mussels in cold lightly salted water for 20 minutes.

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2. 02
   Passaggio 2Clean the mussels

   Clean the beards from the mussels and discard any that are undesirable.

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3. 03
   Passaggio 3Sauté garlic and shallot

   Slice the garlic, finely brunoise the shallot, then sauté them in olive oil over medium-low heat until translucent.

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4. 04
   Passaggio 4Add mussels and liquids

   Add the cleaned mussels, 1/2 cup of white wine, 1 cup seasoned tomato sauce and 1-2 tsp Calabrian chili.

   Nota

   The chili is optional, for those who like spice.

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5. 05
   Passaggio 5Steam the mussels

   Cover and steam until all the mussels are open.

   Nota

   Discard any mussels that don't open.

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6. 06
   Passaggio 6Reduce the liquid

   Remove the mussels and reduce the remaining liquid, adding a bit of butter and salt to taste.

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7. 07
   Passaggio 7Serve with toast

   Serve the mussels with toasted bread.

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