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Spaghetti with Mussels, Lemon, and Shallots Recipe

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Category:
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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
Coarse salt
1 pound spaghetti
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3/4 cup diced shallots (4 large shallots)
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley stems, plus 1 cup roughly chopped leaves
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 pounds mussels, scrubbed and beards removed
1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
Directions:
Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook pasta until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 1/2 cups pasta water.
Meanwhile, in another large pot, heat 4 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute shallots, red-pepper flakes, and parsley stems until tender, about 5 minutes. Add wine; cook until liquid is reduced by one-third, about 2 minutes. Add mussels, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and steam until they open, 5 to 6 minutes; discard any that do not open after 6 minutes.
Add pasta to mussels, tossing until well combined. Add pasta water, and continue to toss and cook over medium-high heat until sauce has reduced and coats pasta. Stir in parsley leaves and lemon zest and juice. Stir in remaining oil, and serve immediately.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
30 minutes

 

 

 

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