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Nutrition: per serving

  • kcal311
  • fat15g
  • saturates3g
  • carbs11g
  • sugars6g
  • fibre0g
  • protein25g
  • salt1.49g
    low

Method

  • step 1

    Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the shallot for 4-5 mins until softened. Pour in the wine, add the chilli flakes and bubble for 2 mins.

  • step 2

    Add the mussels. Cover and cook for 5 mins until all the shells have opened. Discard any that remain closed. Stir in the red pesto and toss well. Tip into a large bowl and serve with crusty bread.

RECIPE TIPS
MUSSELS IN BEER

Instead of wine, cook mussels in a glass of white Belgian beer, such as Hoegaarden, and swap the pesto for grainy mustard. Serve with chips.

Recipe from Good Food magazine, December 2010

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