surprisingly i know this answer. lol. Mussels cook (steam/boil) till they open up. The sauce that is preferred is a red sauce that isn't thick. let me find you a good recipie...
they are also often cooked in a white wine sauce. Not sure if you like wine...
wine sauce recipe. ta daa
I have been wanting to make some in a pasta too. I might do the white wine sauce because it sounds devine!