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Broccoli Rabe With Raisins and Garlic

2 pounds broccoli rabe, washed, trimmed and chopped
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup raisins
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes

Bring a gallon of water to a boil in a large pot.  Blanche the rabe
for 7 minutes and cool under cold running water.  Drain.

Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium
heat.  Add the garlic and toss, cooking for about 2 minutes, until
golden.  Add the cooked rabe, raisins, salt and pepper flakes.
Shake the skillet and cook until hot, about 7 minutes.

Pour the remaining oil over the vegetables and adjust seasoning.
Serve hot or at room temperature.

Yield. 6 servings.

Printable version: broccoli-rabe.txt.