Ingredients
- 1 Tbl Olive oil
- 2 links Hot Italian sausage, cut in 1" pieces
- 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 1/2 can Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 Tbl U Wanna Pizza Me?
- 1/2 cup White wine
- 1 Tbl Butter
- 1/4 cup Scallion, chopped
Garlicky, Briny, and Built for Crusty Bread
This is the kind of mussel dish where the broth is every bit as important as the shellfish.
U Wanna Pizza Me?, garlic, white wine, and the natural mussel liquor create a savory broth that gets even better with browned Italian sausage, creamy cannellini beans, and juicy tomatoes. Grab a good loaf of crusty Italian bread, because leaving any of that broth behind would be a mistake.
Preparation:
- Rinse the mussels thoroughly under cold running water in a colander, removing any beards still attached to the shells.
- Transfer the cleaned mussels to a bowl and refrigerate until ready to cook.
- Heat olive oil in a tall-sided sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the chopped garlic and U Wanna Pizza Me? seasoning. Sauté for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, cannellini beans, and white wine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Add the mussels to the pan and cover.
- Steam over low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
- Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
- Uncover the pan and stir in the butter until melted and incorporated into the broth.
- Remove from the heat and spoon the mussels, sausage, beans, and broth into a large serving bowl.
Pro Tip:
Don’t rush the steaming process or crank the heat too high. Gentle steam gives the mussels time to open while keeping them tender, and all of that natural mussel liquor becomes part of the broth.
Make It Your Own:
- Use hot Italian sausage for more heat
- Add crushed red pepper with the garlic
- Swap cannellini beans for chickpeas
- Finish with fresh parsley or basil
- Add a little extra white wine if you want even more broth for dipping
What To Serve It With:
Serve with thick slices of crusty Italian bread for soaking up the broth. A simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or sautéed greens make an easy side if you want to round out the meal.