Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Oil

Name: Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Oil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli rabe, trimmed; 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, sliced; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

Tender broccoli rabe blanched and sauteed with sliced garlic, olive oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. A classic Italian side dish with bold, savory, and slightly bitter flavors.

20 minEasyServes 4110 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb broccoli rabe, trimmed
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, sliced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp fine sea salt

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1 lb trimmed broccoli rabe, and blanch for 2 minutes.
2

Drain broccoli rabe and squeeze out excess moisture.
3

Heat 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4

Add 4 sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sizzle for 1 minute until fragrant.
5

Stir in broccoli rabe and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, cooking 3 minutes until heated through.

Questions

How long does Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Oil keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Oil?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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