Broccoli Rabe Cacio E Pepe Recipe
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Ingredients
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Broccoli Rabe
Pasta
Method
Prepare Broccoli Rabe
- 1
Trim and Blanch
Trim the ends of the broccoli rabe and remove any tough stems. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and blanch for about 2-3 minutes until bright green, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- 2
Sauté Broccoli Rabe
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in red pepper flakes and sauté for another 30 seconds. Add the blanched broccoli rabe, season with salt, and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender and well coated with oil.
Cook Pasta
- 3
Boil Pasta
In the same pot used for the broccoli rabe, bring fresh salted water to a boil again. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
- 4
Combine with Broccoli Rabe
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with sautéed broccoli rabe. Pour in the reserved pasta water and stir to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes.
- 5
Add Cheese and Pepper
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. Toss until the cheese has melted and created a creamy sauce that coats the pasta.
