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Shut Up and Mangia!, Issue #082 - Mussels in Marinara
April 28, 2014

"A tavola non si invecchia." (At the table one doesn’t grow old.) —Italian proverb


These delicious crustaceans are braised in white wine and covered with a rich marinara sauce. Great over angel hair pasta. Enjoy! Mangia Italiano!

Mussels in Maranara

Mussels in Marinara is one of the best appetizer recipes I have. It could be made as an appetizer or a full dinner. The blend of garlic, basil, oregano and tomatoes fills the air with the wonderful aromas of an Italian kitchen........... Read More


Eat Like An Italian

Very proud to announce my new paperback "Eat Like an Italian" will be released around mid June. This book will contain most of our old favorites plus many new recipes. Official release will be announced through our newsletterm "Shut Up and Mangia", and our Facebook page. Again thank you for your support. Without you we would not exist.


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Take Care,

Phillip J. Speciale

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