Broccoli Rabe and Chick-Pea Pita Pizzas

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400F.

2. 2

   In a large heavy skillet cook garlic in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until pale golden.

3. 3

   Transfer garlic and 1 tablespoon oil to a food processor.

4. 4

   Add chick-peas, 1/4 cup water, and salt and pepper to taste and blend mixture until smooth.

5. 5

   Heat oil remaining in skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and cook broccoli rabe, turning it with tongs, until wilted.

6. 6

   Add remaining 1/4 cup water and pepper flakes and simmer, covered partially, until broccoli rabe is crisp-tender and almost all liquid is evaporated, about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Spread rough sides of pita with chick-pea puree and top with broccoli rabe and Parmesan.

8. 8

   Arrange pita pizzas on a large baking sheet and bake in middle of oven 10 minutes, or until edges are golden.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.