Mussels with Spicy Italian Sausage Recipe

Name: Mussels with Spicy Italian Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; Fine sea salt and freshly ground white pepper; 2 links spicy Italian sausage, casings removed and roughly chopped; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 rosemary sprig; 3 pounds small mussels, scrubbed and beards removed; 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh bread crumbs, toasted

Servings: persons

1
Place the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2
When the oil is hot, add the shallots and garlic, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the shallots are translucent but still have a bit of crunch, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the sausage to the pan and cook, stirring to crumble it, for 5 minutes, or until thoroughly cooked.
4
Add the wine and rosemary and bring to a boil.
5
Lower the heat to medium, add the mussels, cover the pan, and steam until the mussels open, 3 to 5 minutes.
6
Sprinkle the parsley and bread crumbs over all.
7
Divide the mussels among six bowls and ladle the broth and sausage over them.
8
Serve with crusty bread.

175

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 shallots, thinly sliced, 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, Fine sea salt and freshly ground white pepper, and more.

Yes, Mussels with Spicy Italian Sausage 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!

Mussels with Spicy Italian Sausage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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