Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 pounds fresh mussels, rinsed and scrubbed
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, and basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Add the mussels to the pot and stir well to coat in the sauce. Cover and cook until the mussels have opened, about 5-7 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 45 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful with a balanced sweetness and acidity
- Tender and juicy mussels cooked in a flavorful tomato-based sauce
- Can be served as an appetizer or main course
- Vegetarian option available by omitting mussels
User Comments:
- "This was absolutely delicious! The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I would definitely recommend this dish."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The mussels are so tender and the sauce is the perfect accompaniment."
- "This dish was easy to make and so impressive. I served it at a dinner party and everyone raved about it."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Always make sure to scrub the mussels thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Discard any mussels that do not open after cooking.
- Serve the mussels with crusty bread or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.
