Ingredients
- 3 pounds mussels, well scrubbed and with beards and barnacles removed
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 4 cups water
- 2 zucchini, about 3/4 pound, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
- ½ pound imported farfalle pasta (bow ties)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
- 2 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1 cup olive or corn oil
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 4 tablespoons finely chopped shallots or scallions
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
- 2 ripe tomatoes, about 3/4 pound, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves or Italian parsley
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
1054 calories; 64 grams fat; 9 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 41 grams monounsaturated fat; 8 grams polyunsaturated fat; 64 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 51 grams protein; 141 milligrams cholesterol; 1184 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
4 servings
Preparation
- Place the mussels in a saucepan and add the wine. Cover and cook over high heat, shaking the pan occasionally to redistribute the mussels, about 4 minutes or until all the mussels are opened.
- Remove the mussels with a slotted spoon and set them aside to cool. Strain the broth. There should be about 2 1/2 cups. Reserve the broth. When the mussels are cool enough to handle, remove the meat and discard the shells.
- Add the reserved broth and the water to a large saucepan or kettle. Bring to a boil and add the zucchini. Cook 3 minutes and remove the zucchini with a slotted spoon. Let cool.
- Add the pasta to the saucepan, stir and bring to a boil. Cook 15 to 20 minutes or according to package instructions. It should be al dente. Drain well and let cool.
- Meanwhile, put the egg yolk, mustard, vinegar, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Beat the mixture with a wire whisk while slowly adding the oil a few drops at a time at first, then in a slow drizzle. When all the oil is incorporated, add the cayenne pepper, shallots and garlic and blend well.
- Place the zucchini, tomatoes, pasta and mussels in a large bowl. Add the sauce and the basil. Toss well. Check the seasoning and serve.
35 minutes
Dining and Cooking