Garlicky Broccoli Rabe

I love my veggies, so I do make this one often. Boiling the broccoli rabe helps remove some bitterness before it's sautéed in garlic-infused oil. If you like it hot, double the amount of crushed red pepper.

• Ready In: 18 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs broccoli rabe, trimmed
• 1  teaspoon olive oil
• 2  garlic, thinly sliced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Cook broccoli rabe in boiling water 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and plunge broccoli rabe into ice water; drain. Coarsely chop. (can be done ahead of time).
2. Spray large skillet with Pam. Heat oil in a over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in broccoli rabe, salt, and peppers. Cook until heated thoroughly.