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Wilted Broccoli Rabe

Wilted Broccoli Rabe

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
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Servings

6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound broccoli rabe stems trimmed and cut into 2-inch segments or 1 pound of frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Make an ice bath by placing ice and water to a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Place broccoli rabe or frozen broccoli in boiling water and blanch for 3 minutes. Immediately remove broccoli and plunge it into ice water.
  • Add evoo to a medium sauté pan and place over medium-high heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, then sauté for 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Remove broccoli from ice bath. Drain, shake off water, then add broccoli to the pan along with the garlic. Sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until water evaporates. Sprinkle lemon zest over top and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a platter and serve alongside Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Ragout and Crispy Smashed New Potatoes.