Fettucine and Mussels in Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

Name: Fettucine and Mussels in Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb fettucine, fresh or boxed; 2 lb mussels, live and in shell; 4 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin; 2 stick butter; 4 clove garlic, minced; 1 large lemon, zest and juice; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 medium handful basil, chopped; 1/2 cup pecorino Romano cheese; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook the fettuccine in boiling water, and a smidge of salt, until al dente.
2
Rinse under cool water to stop the cooking process, and then set aside.
3
Rinse and then steam the mussels, in a steamer basket, until they open up.
4
If they don't open, don't eat them.
5
Run under cool water to stop the cooking process and clean out some grit, and then set aside.
6
Heat the oil on low, and then melt the butter a stick at a time.
7
I know, this is so not health food.
8
Add the garlic, simmer for a moment, and then add the lemon juice and zest.
9
Be careful, adding the lemon should toast up the garlic pretty quickly, so remove the pan from heat for a moment as needed to keep the garlic from burning.
10
Toasted is good, burnt is bad.
11
Add the salt and basil, and simmer a minute or two.
12
Mix in the Romano and pepper, and add any extra salt to taste.
13
Add the fettucine to the sauce, and toss the fettucine in the sauce.
14
Add the mussels to the fettucine in sauce, and toss the mussels, fettucine, and sauce.
15
Serve warm, and enjoy.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb fettucine, fresh or boxed, 2 lb mussels, live and in shell, 4 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin, 2 stick butter, and more.

Yes, Fettucine and Mussels in Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce 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!