BROCCOLI RABE
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STORAGE TIPS
- Spin dry or pat dry greens and place in a plastic bag and refrigerate.
- Greens will hold their flavor for up to a week.
CULINARY TIPS
- Rinse leaves and pat dry.
- Remove greens from the larger stems and chop.
- Chop stems, some people like to pound the stems to make them more tender
- 2-3 inch pieces take about 5 minutes to steam
- Sauté chopped garlic in olive oil for a few minutes and then add the chopped stems and continue to sauté for a few more minutes. Then add the chopped greens and a few tablespoons of water and cover. Cook for 3-5 minutes until greens turn dark green and tender but not mushy.
- Mixed steamed or braised broccoli rabe with pasta and serve with grated parmesan cheese.