Sautéed Rapini with Garlic

Have you ever wondered how to cook broccoli rabe? This Italian-Style Garlicky Broccoli Rabe recipe is the best way to make it less bitter. The combination of olive oil, garlic, cheese and crushed red pepper will provide you with the best rapini recipe aka sauteed broccoli rabe.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch rapini (broccoli rabe), trimmed and cut into pieces (or 1 broccoli cut into florets)
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. In a saucepan of salted boiling water, blanch rapini for 2 to 3 minutes or until al dente. Cool quickly under cold water. Drain.
2. In a large skillet, brown garlic and blanched rapini in oil over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes.