Mussels Marinara

Photo: flickr user cherrylet

Ingredients

2 doz blue mussels rinsed, drained

1 cup dry white wine

2 tablespoons finely-chopped garlic

1 can diced tomatoes - (8 oz) with juice

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground white pepper

1/2 cup chopped fresh basil - (loosely packed)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients except mussels. Bring to a boil and add mussels, cover and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes until all mussels have opened. Remove cover and simmer 2 more minutes.

Serve hot with garlic bread and your favorite wine.

This recipe yields 4 servings.

Suggested Wine: Beverage suggestions: Light lager, Dark or amber beer

NOTES : Chef's Tip - Mussels must be thoroughly washed and scrubbed prior to cooking. New Zealand Green Lipped mussels are a great substitute for blues.