Description
Garlicky, Spicy Italian-style broccoli rabe is an easy and delicious way to eat your greens and make a boring weeknight entree something special.
Ingredients
1 pound broccoli rabe, tough, non-leafy stems removed
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, very finely minced
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
¼ cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons shaved aged provolone cheese
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 lemon, cut in half
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a full rolling boil. Heavily salt the water and add ½ lemon.
Meanwhile, trim the stems from the broccoli rabe and add them to the boiling water.
Cook until they’re tender – about 5-7 minutes.
Drain the broccoli rabe and push on them to remove any excess water.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil.
Saute the minced garlic and chili flakes until fragrant – about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle in the pine nuts and toast for about 1 minute.
Add the broccoli rabe and stir to coat with the garlic-chili oil.
Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until tender.
Season with salt and pepper.
Remove from the heat and add the provolone cheese. Toss lightly and spoon the vegetables onto a serving platter.
Squeeze the remaining lemon over the plate of veggies.
Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanche & Saute
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: vegetables, broccoli rabe, Spicy Italian-style broccoli rabe, side dish recipes, green vegetables, Italian-style vegetables