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Mussels in Spicy Tomato Broth

By Claire Saffitz

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Mussels are a steal compared to most fresh seafood options, and cook in practically no time at all—a weeknight dinner dream. Be sure to buy rope-grown mussels, which require a lot less cleaning and are virtually free of grit, and always check each individual bivalve to make sure it's closed tightly before cooking—it's a little tedious, but one dead mussel will ruin the whole pot.

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