Best Broccoli Rabe With Olive Oil And Garlic Recipes

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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

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.

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Provided by Food Network

Categories side-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch (about 1 1/2 pounds) broccoli rabe, rinsed, thick ends of stems trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, cut into thin slivers
Pinch red hot pepper flakes

Steps:

Fill a large wide saucepan with water; heat to boiling. Add the broccoli rabe and salt ; boil until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain immediately. Wipe the pan dry. Add the oil, garlic and red pepper flakes to the saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring, until warmed and garlic begins to sizzle, about 5 minutes. Stir the broccoli rabe into the warm oil to coat. Serve at once.