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Tomato Basil Mussels

Contributed By: heifscott
Gary and Barb

A more decadent variation of tomato-basil mussels.

Ingredients

2 lb. Mussels

1 can Diced plum tomatoes, 19 oz.

2 Hot Italian sausages, chopped or crumbled

2 tbsp. Olive oil

1/4 cup Sliced green onions

1 clove Minced garlic

1 Onion, chopped

2/3 cup Dry white wine

1/4 cup Chopped fresh basil

1/4 tsp Tabasco sauce

1/2 tsp Balsamic vinegar

Optional:

Salt

Pepper

Chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation

Scrub mussels, take off beards. Cook sausage in large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until softened. Add tomatoes, browned sausage, wine and hot pepper sauce. Bring to boil. Add mussels. Cover and steam 4-6 minutes. Transfer mussels to serving bowl. Stir balsamic vinegar and basil into tomato mixture. Season with salt and pepper as desired. Pour sauce over mussels and sprinkle with green onions and cilantro.

Cook's Notes

Serve with a crusty baguette.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Shellfish
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Entree
Appetizers