Easy Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Mussels

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Recipe intro

This easy angel hair pasta with tomato sauce and mussels recipe is a delightful combination of flavors that will impress your family and guests. The tender angel hair pasta is cooked to perfection and then tossed in a rich and tangy tomato sauce. The addition of plump and juicy mussels adds a touch of elegance and seafood goodness to the dish. This recipe is quick and simple to make, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

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Easy angel hair pasta with tomato sauce and mussels recipe details

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Dim the lights, flip on some Sinatra, and you’ll imagine your at an authentic Italian place. Except no tip required.
Ready in: 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1 pound mussels, well-rinsed, open or cracked shells discarded
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (28 ounce) cans peeled tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 pound dry capellini pasta (one box)

Preparation method

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 25 mins

1. In a large pot, combine mussels and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cover and let the mussels steam until the shells are fully open, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a medium saucepan on medium-high heat.
3. When the oil is hot, add the onions and garlic. Cook until the onions start to get soft (but before they get brown), about 5 minutes.
4. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mash up the whole tomatoes into smaller chunks.
5. Keep heating sauce until it starts to bubble (a.k.a. simmer), then turn the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
6. For the capellini: A good time to start boiling the water is just before you add the tomatoes to the sauce. Fill a large pot with water. Bring to a boil, and cook for the time directed on the pasta box.
7. When the capellini is cooked, drain it and put it in a large bowl. Add the sauce and the reserved steamed mussels. Serve!