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 ...

To prepare the pasta with zucchini, mussels, and pecorino, first start by cleaning the mussels: rinse the mussels under running water (1), discard any that are open or with broken shells, remove the ...