BROCCOLI RABE & GARLIC PASTA FOR 2

Broccoli Rabe & Garlic Pasta for 2 image

"I created this because I needed a quick entrée with few ingredients. The garlic flavored oil makes the rapini less bitter, and with toasted garlic, it's a great dish." -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 ounces uncooked linguine
8 ounces broccoli rabe
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, trim 1/2 in. from broccoli rabe stems; discard any coarse or damaged leaves. Rinse broccoli rabe in cold water and cut into 2-in. pieces; set aside., In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add the broccoli rabe, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and 1/2 cup broth. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until broccoli rabe is tender. Drain linguine; add to the pan. Stir in parsley and enough remaining broth to moisten the linguine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.