Garlic-Braised Rapini

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Garlic-Braised Rapini

Recipe By :The Global Vegetarian, Jay Solomon
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : The Global Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 bunches rapini -- (about 16 ounces)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic -- minced, up to 3
3 slices stale dark pumpernickel -- cubed, up to 4
--OR whole wheat bread
Salt and pepper -- to taste

Remove and discard the fibrous base stems of the rapini. Rinse the rapini in a
colander and pat dry. In a large, wide skillet, heat the oil. Add the garlic
and bread and saute‚ for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the rapini and cook
for 3 for
4 minutes more over medium heat stirring frequently, until the greens are wilt
ed Transfer to serving plates and season to taste.



MC_Busted by Karen C. Greenlee





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Per serving: 62 Calories (kcal); 7g Total Fat; (96% calories from fat); trace P
rotein; trace Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; trace Sodium
Food Exchanges: 0 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1 1/2 Fat;
0 Other Carbohydrates

NOTES : Rapini, also called broccoli rabe, is a leafy green vegetable with a hi
nt of mustard and broccoli flavor. It makes a savory side vegetable when prepa
red in this Italian manner. Transfer to a serving platter and season with salt
and pepper to taste. Garnish with sprigs of rosemary or parsley.


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