Pasta With Spicy Broccoli Rabe and Pine Nuts Recipe

Name: Pasta With Spicy Broccoli Rabe and Pine Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bunches broccoli rabe (about 1 pound each), ends trimmed off, cut across into 1-inch pieces; 1 pound penne; 4 teaspoons olive oil; 6 tablespoons pine nuts; 8 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 4 tablespoons water; 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste; Freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

2 bunches broccoli rabe (about 1 pound each), ends trimmed off, cut across into 1-inch pieces
1 pound penne
4 teaspoons olive oil
6 tablespoons pine nuts
8 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
4 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to the boil.
2
Add the broccoli rabe and blanch for 1 minute.
3
Drain and pat dry.
4
Bring another large pot of salted water to the boil.
5
Add the penne and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
7
Add the pine nuts and cook, tossing frequently, until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.
8
Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
9
Add the broccoli rabe, the water and the red pepper flakes and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
10
Drain the pasta and add the broccoli rabe mixture, the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, the lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste.
11
Toss to combine.
12
Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately.

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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: 2 bunches broccoli rabe (about 1 pound each), ends trimmed off, cut across into 1-inch pieces, 1 pound penne, 4 teaspoons olive oil, 6 tablespoons pine nuts, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Spicy Broccoli Rabe and Pine Nuts falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Pasta With Spicy Broccoli Rabe and Pine Nuts

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