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 Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are talking about

Cozze Alle Marinara (Mussels Marinara)

Ingredients For Cozze Alle Marinara (Mussels Marinara)

• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 cups of peeled tomatoes
• ½ cup dry white wine
• pinch of saffron threads
• kosher salt, to taste
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
• pinch of cayenne pepper
• 2 lbs fresh mussels
• fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• cooked pasta or bruschetta, for serving

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan or pasta pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and tomatoes. With a wooden spoon, break up the tomatoes and stir. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the tomatoes lose their rawness, about 10 minutes.

2.Add the wine and season with saffron, salt and pepper. Add the red pepper and cayenne pepper, to taste depending on desired heat (if using). Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add the mussels, cover and cook until they open, 3 to 5 minutes.

3. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve over pasta or with a side of Bruschetta for dipping in the sauce.

And as always have a chilled day from the Viking