To prepare the pancotto with mussels, get some stale bread; if not available, slice a fresh loaf (1) and toast it in a static oven preheated to 212°F for 10-15 minutes (or 176°F for 8-10 minutes if ...

They’re quick to cook, full of flavor, and instantly elevate any meal—from beachy appetizers to elegant main courses. But before mussels hit the pan, there's one part that often feels more daunting ...

Mussels may well be the most underappreciated shellfish. More tender than clams and less prone to sandy grit, mussels are relatively inexpensive and easy and quick to prepare. Best of all is the ...