Broccoli Rabe and Garlic Pasta

Submitted by Marz7215

"From Taste of Home, contributed by Mary Ann Lee from Clifton Park NY. Speedy to make and very tastey meatless dish."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 1 dish
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 12 ounces uncooked linguine
• 1 lb broccoli rabe
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup chicken broth, divided
• 1⁄4 cup fresh parsley
• 1⁄4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

directions

1. Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, trim 1/4 inch off the bottoms of the broccoli rabe stems, discard coarse outer leaves. Rinse Broccoli rabe in cold water and cut into 2 inch pieces; set aside.
2. In a large skillet, saute garlic inoil for 1 minute. Add the broccoli rabe, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and 1/2 cup of the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until broccoli rabe is tender. Drain linguine; add to the pan. Stir in parsley and enough remaining broth to moistened the pasta. Sprinkle with cheese.