Pasta With Mussels And Fennel Recipe

Name: Pasta With Mussels And Fennel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 small fennel bulbs, chopped; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 2 chicken bouillon cubes; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 4 cups water; 1 1/2 lbs mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 2 lbs spiral shaped pasta

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 small fennel bulbs, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups water
1 1/2 lbs mussels, scrubbed and de-bearded
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 lbs spiral shaped pasta

1
Heat butter in large pan, add onion.
2
Cook, stirring, until golden brown.
3
Add garlic and fennel, stir over heat 5 minutes.
4
Add undrained crushed tomatoes, crumbled bouillon cubes, tomato paste, and water, mix well.
5
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer uncovered 45 minutes.
6
Add mussels, cook over low heat until mussels open, discard unopened shells.
7
Add cream, parsley and Parmesan cheese.
8
Cook pasta in a large pan of boiling water until just tender, drain.
9
Serve with sauce.

1175

kcal

Calories

Fat

190

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 1 onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 2 small fennel bulbs, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Mussels And Fennel 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!

Pasta With Mussels And Fennel

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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