Orecchiette with Rapini Recipe

Name: Orecchiette with Rapini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (500 g) rapini (broccoli rabe); 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil; 3 large cloves garlic, chopped; 6 anchovy fillets (salt-packed if available), rinsed, patted dry and chopped; 1/2 tsp (2 mL) red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tsp (5 mL) coarse salt; 1 lb (500 g) orecchiette; 3 tbsp (45 mL) grated ricotta salata (a hard, salted version of ricotta) or Pecorino Romano; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Additional grated Pecorino Romano

Servings: persons

1
Wash rapini.
2
Trim and discard thick stalks.
3
Roughly chop thinner stalks and leaves, keeping the little florets intact.
4
Set aside.
5
In a skillet heat olive oil over medium heat.
6
Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes or until softened.
7
Stir in anchovies, mashing with the back of a spoon until paste-like.
8
Stir in red pepper flakes, if using.
9
Set sauce aside and keep warm.
10
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
11
Stir in coarse salt and chopped rapini; cook for 3 minutes.
12
Stir in pasta; cook until pasta is tender but firm.
13
Drain; transfer pasta and rapini to a warmed serving bowl.
14
Toss with sauce and grated cheese.
15
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
16
Serve immediately, sprinkled with additional grated cheese, if desired.

264

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Protein

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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 lb (500 g) rapini (broccoli rabe), 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil, 3 large cloves garlic, chopped, 6 anchovy fillets (salt-packed if available), rinsed, patted dry and chopped, and more.

Yes, Orecchiette with Rapini falls under the General 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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Orecchiette with Rapini

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Variations & substitutions

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