Broccoli Rabe With Garlic

By Dixie8686

2006, Barefoot Contessa at Home, All Rights Reserved

Ingredients

• 2 bunches broccoli rabe
• 3 tablespoons good olive oil
• 6 large cloves garlic, sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Cut off and discard the tough ends of the broccoli rabe and cut the rest of into 2-inch pieces. Place the broccoli in a colander and rinse. Drain well.

Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Add the garlic and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown. Remove the garlic with a slotted spoon, and set aside.

Add the broccoli to the hot oil. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and cook, covered, over medium to low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until the stalks are tender but still al dente. Add the reserved garlic, check the seasonings, and serve hot.