What better way to start a meal than with an appetizer of steamed mussels in a savory broth? The combination of San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mussels, herbs and spices simmered until the mussels are tender will surely become a fast favorite for week night suppers or weekend entertaining. Crisp and garlicky grilled bread is a must-have to soak up all the delicious broth!
Ingredients
Method
For the mussels, soak mussels in a bowl of cool water for 20 minutes to help remove any sand.
Drain, rinse well, then drain again.
Heat a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add oil, shallots, garlic and chile flakes and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until garlic is soft.
Add tomatoes, broth, wine, vinegar, sugar and salt and bring to a simmer; cook for 10 minutes.
Add butter, allow to melt, then add mussels, cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until mussels open; discard any unopened mussels.
Stir in olives, basil and zest.
Meanwhile, for the grilled artisan bread, heat grill pan over medium-high heat.
Mix oil with garlic, then brush mixture onto both sides of each slice of bread.
Working in batches if needed, arrange bread on grill pan and cook, flipping once, until golden and crisp all over, 5 to 6 minutes total.
Scoop mussels and their broth into bowls and serve with warm grilled bread on the side.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
460
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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