Emeril's Mussels Over Linguine Recipe

Name: Emeril's Mussels Over Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 dozen live mussels, scrubbed and debeared; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 cup minced shallots; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 cups white wine; 1/2 cup fish stock or chicken stock; 3 tablespoons chopped parsley; Salt and pepper; 1/2 pound fresh linguine, cooked al dente and tossed with olive oil; 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped parsley; Crusty french bread

Servings: persons

2 dozen live mussels, scrubbed and debeared
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup minced shallots
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 cups white wine
1/2 cup fish stock or chicken stock
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
Salt and pepper
1/2 pound fresh linguine, cooked al dente and tossed with olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Crusty french bread

1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
2
In a saute pan, heat the olive oil.
3
When the oil is hot, saute the shallots and garlic.
4
Add the wine and stock.
5
Bring up to a boil, reduce to a simmer.
6
Add the mussels to the wine and cover.
7
Simmer the mussels for 3 to 4 minutes or until the shells open.
8
Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
9
Drop the pasta into the boiling salted water.
10
Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Remove from the water and drain.
12
Add the pasta directly to the saute pan.
13
Divide the pasta between two bowls and spoon the mussels on top.
14
Garnish with the grated cheese and parsley.
15
Serve with the crusty bread.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 dozen live mussels, scrubbed and debeared, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 cup minced shallots, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Emeril's Mussels Over Linguine falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Emeril's Mussels Over Linguine

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Variations & substitutions

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