Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne
If you love Italian and French cuisine, then you'll definitely enjoy Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne. This dish is a fusion of both cuisines, combining the classic Italian spaghetti with French mussels cooked in white wine and cream sauce. It's a flavorful and hearty meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
To make Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 pounds mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Make sure to purchase fresh mussels and check that they are tightly closed. If any are open, tap them gently and if they don't close, discard them. Rinse the mussels under cold water and use a brush to remove any debris or barnacles.
Instructions
Here's how to make Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne:
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the mussels and white wine to the pot, then cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that have not opened.
- Remove the mussels from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside in a bowl, leaving the cooking liquid in the pot.
- Add the heavy cream to the pot and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the pot with the cream sauce and toss to combine.
- Add the mussels back to the pot and gently toss to combine.
- Serve the Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Variations
Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne is a versatile dish that you can customize to your liking. Here are some variations to try:
- Use different types of pasta, such as linguine or fettuccine, instead of spaghetti.
- Try using different types of seafood, such as clams, shrimp, or scallops, in place of the mussels.
- Add other ingredients to the sauce, such as diced tomatoes, chopped basil, or red pepper flakes, to add more flavor and spice.
- Make it a vegetarian dish by omitting the seafood and adding sautéed mushrooms or roasted vegetables instead.
Conclusion
Spaghetti Aux Moules À L'italienne is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the best of Italian and French cuisine. With its creamy white wine sauce and tender mussels, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Give it a try and see how it becomes a staple in your home.
