OLIVE'S BROCCOLI RABE WITH SAUSAGE

OLIVE'S BROCCOLI RABE WITH SAUSAGE image

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and well washed
3 sweet Italian sausages (about 12 ounces) (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 anchovy fillets, finely minced
4 shallots, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
3 to 4 tablespoons water
Shaved or grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

Place the broccoli rabe in a large skillet with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover and cook until the broccoli rabe is soft and wilted, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. Wipe the skillet clean and place it over medium-high heat. When it is hot, add the sausages. Cook until the sausages are browned and thoroughly cooked, about 10 minutes. Drain the sausages on paper towels. Discard the fat and wipe the pan clean. When the sausages are cool enough to handle, cut into medium dice. Reheat the skillet and add the oil. Add the anchovies, shallots, and garlic, stirring well after each addition, and cook until they are golden and lightly toasted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the reserved sausage and broccoli rabe, the salt, pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, if desired, and water and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan cheese.