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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Broccoli Rabe
Trim the ends of the broccoli rabe and rinse under cold water. Blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and shock in ice water to stop cooking.
- 2
Roast the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to a small oven-safe dish. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cover with foil, and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the blanched broccoli rabe and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add the roasted garlic (squeezed from their skins), red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 4
Serve
Transfer the broccoli rabe to a serving dish and drizzle with any remaining olive oil. Serve warm.