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Mussels Marinara alla Amore

Mussels Marinara alla Amore pairs briny, tender mussels with a bright tomato-garlic sauce that clings to strands of linguine. Hints of oregano, basil, and a whisper of red pepper mingle with a splash of white wine for balance and freshness. Serve this elegant yet unfussy pasta for a cozy weeknight dinner or a relaxed date-night meal.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Mussels Marinara alla Amore
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine at a boil until slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    While the pasta cooks, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the mussels and wine; cover, raise the heat to high, and cook until the mussel shells open, 3 to 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Pour the mussels and tomato sauce over the pasta. Squeeze the lemon wedges over the top and garnish with parsley.