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Classic French Mussels

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Recipe provided by Chef Crusco Catering in Austin, Texas Ingredients 3 shallots – finely minced 2 tbsps. EVOO 2 tbs. unsalted butter 2 lbs. PEI Mussels – well picked, scrubbed, purged & debearded 1 bay leaf 1 cup dry white wine 2 tbsps. Italian Parsley – finely chopped 2 tbsps. Fresh Basil – finely chopped

Grilled Shrimp + Basil Pesto

Recipe provided by Chef Crusco Catering in Austin, Texas Ingredients: 2 large bunches – fresh basil (plus 6 leaves for garnish) 2 tbsps. Pine nuts (or almonds) – toasted 1 Garlic clove – peeled 1/2 cup EVOO 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano – grated 10-12 oz. Fettuccine, Bucatini, or Spaghetti – your choice Kosher Salt &