Stewed Broccoli Rabe with Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Stewed Broccoli Rabe with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium fennel bulbs, cored and coarsely chopped; 2 medium carrots; 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 4 medium red onions, finely chopped; 8 medium garlic cloves, minced; 4 rosemary sprigs; 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper; Two 35-ounce cans whole peeled Italian tomatoes, drained and chopped; 4 pounds broccoli rabe, large stems discarded; Salt

Servings: persons

2 medium fennel bulbs, cored and coarsely chopped
2 medium carrots
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 medium red onions, finely chopped
8 medium garlic cloves, minced
4 rosemary sprigs
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
Two 35-ounce cans whole peeled Italian tomatoes, drained and chopped
4 pounds broccoli rabe, large stems discarded
Salt

1
In a food processor, finely chop the fennel and carrots.
2
In a large saucepan, heat 1/3 cup of the olive oil.
3
Add the onions, garlic, rosemary and the fennel mixture and cook over moderately low heat, stirring often, until the onions are very tender and starting to brown, about 25 minutes.
4
Add the crushed red pepper to the saucepan and cook over moderately low heat, stirring, for 1 minute.
5
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick, about 10 minutes; discard the rosemary sprigs.
6
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the broccoli rabe until bright green, about 4 minutes.
7
Drain and let cool, then coarsely chop.
8
In a large, deep skillet, heat the remaining 1/3 cup of olive oil.
9
Add the broccoli rabe and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 4 minutes.
10
Add the tomato sauce and simmer over low heat until very thick, about 15 minutes.
11
Season with salt.
12
Transfer the broccoli rabe to a bowl and serve.

926

kcal

Calories

Fat

117

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 medium fennel bulbs, cored and coarsely chopped, 2 medium carrots, 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 4 medium red onions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Stewed Broccoli Rabe with Spicy Tomato Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Stewed Broccoli Rabe with Spicy Tomato Sauce

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