Easy Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce and Mussels

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Looking for a simple and delicious pasta dish? Look no further than this easy spaghetti with tomato sauce and mussels recipe. This recipe combines the classic flavors of tomato sauce with the briny goodness of mussels, creating a mouthwatering combination that is sure to impress. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in no time. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser.

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Easy spaghetti with tomato sauce and mussels recipe details

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Back to basics here: Just pasta with steamed mussels and an easy tomato sauce. Quadruple if you’re running a marathon the next day.
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 spaghetti 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 spaghetti: 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 spaghetti is cooked, drain it and put it in a large bowl. Add the sauce and the reserved steamed mussels. Serve!