Mussels With Herbed Vinaigrette Recipe

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• STEP 1.Match a large pot with a tight fitting lid.

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• STEP 2.Splash in the olive oil over medium heat then quickly sauté the onions and garlic until they lightly brown and smell delicious, a minute or two.

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• STEP 3.Pour in the tomatoes, taking the time to crush each one with your fingers.

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• STEP 4.Splash in the wine and toss in the oregano.

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• STEP 5.Bring the works to a simmer then pile the mussels on top of the sauce.

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• STEP 6.Lower the heat to a simmer, cover and continue cooking, steaming the mussels open.

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• STEP 7.They’re done when all the mussels have opened and released their briny broth, about 10 minutes.

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• STEP 8.Discard any unopened ones.

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• STEP 9.Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, tender yet chewy, 8 to 10 minutes.

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• STEP 10.Drain well but do not rinse. Return the steaming hot pasta to the pot, pour in the sauce and stir together.

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• STEP 11.Portion the pasta into bowls, top with the mussels and the all-important broth, then garnish with the freshly chopped herbs.

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