A filling, mediterranean pasta dish ideal as a starter or main.

You will need:

Lamb brand oregano, 1 tsp.  

Che Pasta spaghetti, 500g

Olive oil, 2 tbsp. 

Onion, 1 (finely chopped)

Garlic cloves, 3 (crushed)

Dry white wine, 250ml

Tomato paste, 3 tbs 

Crushed tomatoes, 2 x 410g cans

Marinara mix, 500g

Black mussels, 300g washed, de-bearded

Flat-leaf parsley, chopped.

All you have to do is:

1.Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add onion and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened.

2.Add garlic and wine, and simmer 2 minutes. 

3.Add paste and crushed tomatoes, and simmer 15-20 minutes further, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened. Season well.

4.Meanwhile cook the pasta in boiling, salted water until al dente. 

5.Drain and toss in a little olive oil. 

6.Add marinara mix and mussels to tomato sauce, cover with lid and cook 3-4 minutes over medium-high heat, discarding any mussels that do not open. 

7.Stir in parsley, then toss the sauce through the pasta and serve. 

8.Sprinkle some oregano and serve.