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Braised Rapini with Pasta

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Published: July 20, 2009

Updated: 08/31/2009 06:00 am

BRAISED RAPINI WITH PASTA
Makes 4 servings
Cost per serving: Less than $2.00
Ingredients:
1 lb rapini, trimmed
2 T extra virgin olive oil
2 t garlic, minced
1 t dried rosemary
5 c chicken broth
8 oz bow tie or mini penne pasta
Salt
Crushed red pepper, to taste
Parmesan cheese, grated
Procedure:
In a large pot of boiling water, cook broccoli rabe until bright green, about 1 minute.
Drain under cold, running water. Chop coarsely.
In a large stock pot, mix together olive oil, garlic, rosemary and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta and the broccoli rape.
Cook, uncovered, until the pasta is tender and most of the water has been absorbed, about 15 – 18 minutes.
Season with salt and red pepper.
Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Tina's Side Dish Suggestions:
Accompany with a mixed green salad tossed with orange slices, red onions and black olives. End the meal with pears, honey and assorted cheeses such as Taleggio or Gruyere.

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