Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 16-oz package of spaghetti or any other pasta
  • 1 large bunch broccoli rabe
  • 6 large cloves garlic, smashed and thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped ((optional))

Instruction

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the broccoli rabe and cook for two minutes. Remove the broccoli rabe to a chopping board, chop, and set aside. Cook the pasta in the same water according to package directions until al dente.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the garlic and saute until it starts to turn light gold.
  • Add the red pepper flakes, the broccoli rabe, and salt and black pepper to taste. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the pasta with a cup of the pasta cooking water. Add the parsley, stir well to mix, check seasoning, and turn off the heat.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.