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Pasta w/ Spicy Broccoli Rabe & Raisins

2 bunches broccoli rabe (1 lb each) ends trimmed off, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 pound penne or whole wheat pasta
4 teaspoons veggie stock
6 tablespoons raisins
8 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
4 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons salt
freshly ground pepper

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to the boil. Add the
broccoli and blanch for 1 minute. Drain and pat dry. Bring another
large pot of slated water to the boil. Add pasta and cook until al
dente.

Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons of the veggie stock in a large nonstick
skillet over med. heat. Add the raisins and cooks, tossing frequently,
until lightly "toasted". Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly
for 30 seconds. Add the broccoli, the water and the red pepper and
cook until tender (about 5 min)

Drain the pasta and add teh broccoli, the remaining veggie stock,
the lemon juice, salt and peeper to taste. Toss combine.  Divide
about 4 plates and serve.

Printable version: broccoli-rabe-raisins.txt.