Mussels Marinara with Fresh Herbs

Servings

2-4

Difficulty

Easy

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Mussels Marinara with Fresh Herbs

There’s something special about a dish that feels both simple and elevated—and Mussels Marinara is exactly that. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home in about 30 minutes. The briny sweetness of mussels pairs beautifully with the rich tomato base of Ciao Pappy’s Marinara Alla Pappy, brightened with a splash of white wine and a generous handful of fresh basil and green onions from your Farmstand or Counterstand. 

Perfect for a weeknight dinner or to impress guests, this dish is best enjoyed with a loaf of crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful sauce.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (908 g) mussels, cleaned and scrubbed
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine
  • 1/2 jar Ciao Pappy’s Marinara Alla Pappy
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cherry tomatoes, cooking until lightly golden and fragrant—about 2–3 minutes.

2. Deglaze with wine: Pour in white wine, increase heat to high, and boil for 2 minutes—just until the liquid reduces by about half.

3. Add the marinara: Reduce heat to medium and stir in the marinara sauce. Simmer gently for around 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Cook the mussels: Add cleaned mussels and toss to coat them evenly with sauce. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook until mussels open, about 5–7 minutes.

5. Finish and discard: Remove from heat. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

6. Fresh herb finish: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil and green onion on top.

7. Serve immediately: Plate hot and serve with crusty bread for dipping into that delicious sauce.

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