Pasta with Beans and Mussels & Gratinated Mussels
2021 Italy
Sonia Peronaci takes you on a culinary journey that combines the earthiness of beans with the briny sweetness of mussels. First, you’ll learn how to make Pasta with Beans and Mussels, a comforting and hearty dish that highlights the flavors of the sea and the land. Sonia emphasizes the importance of balancing the textures and flavors to create a dish that’s both rustic and refined. Next, she’ll teach you how to prepare Gratinated Mussels, a simple yet elegant appetizer, where tender mussels are baked with a crispy, garlicky breadcrumb topping. Perfect for impressing guests!
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Sonia Peronaci
Sonia Peronaci
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Marco Capedri
Marco Capedri
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