Mussels and Basil Bread Crumbs Recipe

Name: Mussels and Basil Bread Crumbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices white bread, crusts removed, cubed, and toasted; 2 tablespoons chopped garlic (6 cloves); 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons good olive oil; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 9 sun-dried tomato halves in oil, drained and chopped; 3/4 cup julienned fresh basil leaves, lightly packed; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; 3/4 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio; 3 pounds mussels, cleaned

Servings: persons

1
Combine the toasted bread cubes, garlic, 1/4 cup of olive oil, and the lemon juice in a food processor and pulse a few times to make coarse crumbs.
2
Add the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper and pulse to combine.
3
Add the pine nuts and pulse a few times to combine but not to chop the nuts.
4
Set aside.
5
Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the wine in a heavy-bottomed pot, such as Le Creuset, and bring to a boil.
6
Add the mussels, cover, and cook over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes, until the mussels have opened.
7
Discard any mussels that don't open.
8
Add the basil bread crumbs and toss gently.
9
Serve hot in shallow bowls with any pan juices.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 6 slices white bread, crusts removed, cubed, and toasted, 2 tablespoons chopped garlic (6 cloves), 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons good olive oil, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Mussels and Basil Bread Crumbs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mussels and Basil Bread Crumbs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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