MUSSELS WITH TOMATOES AND FETA

Mussels With Tomatoes and Feta image

Provided by CulinaryQueen

Categories Mussels

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, finely diced
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 lb plum tomato, peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons sambuca romana (anise flavored liquer)
3 lbs mussels, scrubbed and debearded
1/4 cup feta cheese, plus
2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

In a large pot, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, oregano and cayenne and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the Sambuca and boil for 1 minute.
Add the mussels, cover and cook until the mussels open, about 5 minutes.
Transfer the mussels to 6 bowls. Return the pot to high heat and stir in the feta and butter. Pour the broth over the mussels and serve.
NOTE: You may also put the mussels into a large bowl and set in the middle of the table and let everyone serve themselves. Don't forget the crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 78.5, Sodium 791.7, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.7, Protein 29.7