SUPERFOOD // GARLIC:
Garlic has inflammation-reducing properties that may be beneficial for your brain. Garlic may improve brain function with respect to memory, cognitive function and longevity.
Recipe by Rose Reisman
Mussels with Tomatoes, Basil and Garlic
10 mins
20 mins
4
Ingredients
- 2 lb mussels in the shell
- 1 1/2 tsp vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup finely diced onion
- 3/4 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced zucchini (optional)
- 2 tsp crushed fresh garlic
- 1 can (14 oz) tomatoes, drained
- 1/3 cup dry white wine or fish stock
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- 1 Discard any mussels that don’t close when tapped. Scrub the mussels under cold water and pull off the beards. Set the mussels aside.
- 2 Spray a large non-stick saucepan with cooking oil, add the vegetable oil and place over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, zucchini (if using) and garlic; sauté for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, wine, tomato paste, dried basil and oregano; cook on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce thickens slightly.
- 3 Add the mussels. Cover and cook until the mussels are fully open, 4 to 5 minutes. Discard any that do not open.
- 4 Arrange the mussels in individual bowls and pour the sauce overtop. Garnish with the fresh basil.
