Orecchiette pasta with rapini and anchovies recipe

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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   Blanch the cimi di rapa in the boiling water until just soft, 1 to 2 minutes.

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   Scoop out the cimi di rapa with a slotted spoon, leaving the water in the pot, and refresh it under cold running water to stop the cooking.

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   Once it has cooled a little, chop it into rough chunks and set aside.

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   Bring the pot of water back to a boil.

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   Add the orecchiette and cook according to the directions on the package until just al dente.

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   Meanwhile, in a saute pan heat the olive oil over medium heat.

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   Add the garlic cloves and cook to infuse the oil with their flavor.

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   Do not allow them to colour.

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    Remove the garlic from the pan and discard it.

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    Add the anchovies and peperoncini and cook gently until the anchovy has dissolved into the oil.

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    Then add the chopped cimi di rapa and cook everything together until heated through and well combined.

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    Drain the orecchiette, reserving a bit of the pasta cooking water.

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    Add the pasta to the pan with the sauce.

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    Add a little of the reserved pasta cooking water if it seems a little dry.

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    Season to taste and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.