Spaghetti with Mussels - OLDWAYS - Cultural Food Traditions OLDWAYS – Cultural Food Traditions

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti, preferably whole grain
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 pinch saffron, soaked in 2 tablespoons water or white wine (optional)
• 3/4 cup dry white wine
• 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• About 2 pounds mussels, rinsed and scrubbed clean
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest