Broccoli Rabe Crostini with Crotonese and Black Pep

Name: Broccoli Rabe Crostini with Crotonese and Black Pepper-Oregano Oil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound broccoli rabe, rinsed and dried; 4 cloves garlic, sliced paper thin; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus 1/2 cup; 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves; 12 slices Italian country-style bread; 1/2 pound Crotonese cheese or other semi-soft sheeps milk cheese

Servings: persons

1
Bring 6 quarts water to boil.
2
Set up an ice bath with 4 cups water and 4 cups ice in a large mixing bowl.
3
Submerge broccoli rabe in boiling water and cook 3 minutes until bright green and fork tender.
4
Remove from boiling water and plunge into ice bath and allow to cool (about 5 minutes).
5
Remove rabe from ice bath and drain well.
6
Remove florets and cut remaining stalks into 1/2-inch pieces.
7
Place in mixing bowl and add garlic, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar and crumbled dried oregano.
8
Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
9
In a blender, mix 2 tablespoons black pepper, fresh oregano and a half cup extra virgin olive oil until smooth and dark green.
10
When ready to serve guests, toast bread on both sides over the grill.
11
Spoon 2 tablespoons broccoli rabe over each piece of bread and drizzle with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper-oregano oil.
12
Shave a piece of crotonese over with a peeler and serve still warm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound broccoli rabe, rinsed and dried, 4 cloves garlic, sliced paper thin, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus 1/2 cup, 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Rabe Crostini with Crotonese and Black Pepper-Oregano Oil falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Broccoli Rabe Crostini with Crotonese and Black Pepper-Oregano Oil

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