Best Broccoli Rabe And Cannellini Beans Recipes

BROCCOLI RABE AND CANNELLINI BEANS

Steps:

• Trim and discard coarse leaves and tough stem roots from broccoli rabe. Cut off florets. Peel large stems and cut stems and leaves into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Rinse and drain. In a large skillet set over moderate heat cook the garlic in the oil until lightly golden. Add the broccoli rabe, broth, red pepper flakes and salt to taste and cook the mixture, over moderately high heat, partially covered, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add the cannellini beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is just tender and beans heated through.
• In a pot of boiling salted water cook the orecchiette until al dente. Drain. Add broccoli rabe mixture and toss to combine.

PASTA WITH TOMATO SAUCE, CANNELLINI BEANS, AND BROCCOLI RABE

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium. Add onion and a pinch of salt; saute for 6 minutes or until golden. Stir in garlic, chili flakes, and broccoli rabe. Cook for 8 minutes or until greens have softened. Stir in tomatoes and minced oregano, along with another pinch of salt. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently. Once water comes to a boil, add farfalle and cook for about 7 minutes or until al dente. Halfway through simmering sauce and cooking pasta - about 5 minutes - add beans to sauce, crushing them slightly with a potato masher or a fork to thicken sauce. Continue simmering for another 5 minutes while pasta cooks. Drain pasta and immediately return to cooking pot. Add half the sauce and stir to mix. Divide pasta among 6 plates and top with remaining sauce. Top with cheese and oregano sprigs, if desired.