Mussels are so delicious to eat and they're really easy to prepare. Inspect them in the shop and don't buy any that stay open when tapped or have broken shells, and eat on the same day you buy. Mussels with wine and basil tomatoes is a delicious shellfish recipe and well worth a try.
Serves 2
Takes 20 minutes to make
1. Heat olive oil in a deep saucepan over a medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes. Pour in white wine and cook to reduce by half. Stir in chopped tomatoes, season with black pepper and simmer rapidly for 5 minutes.
To prepare mussels:Put in a sinkful of cold water and throw away any that stay open when you tap them. Pull away the beards (look like hair or seaweed). Scrub the shells and scrape off any barnacles. Rinse in clean cold water.
2. Meanwhile, prepare fresh, live mussels according to the instructions in the bag. Add to the tomato sauce along with a handful of torn basil leaves.
3. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mussels have opened – discard any that remain shut.
4. Divide between large bowls and scatter with more fresh basil. Serve with crusty bread or thin-cut chips – and plenty of napkins!
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