Pasta with Broccoli Rabe (Cima di Rapa)

Pasta with Broccoli Rabe (Cima di Rapa)

This is a very popular winter dish in Italy. Broccoli rabe is sauteed then tossed with anchovies, garlic, bread crumbs and grated Pecorino Siciliano cheese. This version was given to me by a Sicilian friend. Enjoy with a nice hearty red wine and you’ll be ready for any winter weather! Garnish with a little more bread crumbs and grated cheese.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (12 ounce) box gluten-free tortiglioni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 3 anchovies
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 2 pounds broccoli rabe, stemmed and cut into large pieces
  • 1 ½ cups toasted plain gluten-free bread crumbs, divided
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino Siciliano cheese, divided
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortiglioni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 2
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add anchovies and garlic. Saute until slightly brown, 3 to 4 minutes, but do not overcook garlic, as this will make the dish bitter. Add broccoli rabe and stir to coat. Alternately add 1/2 of the bread crumbs and 1/2 of the Pecorino Siciliano cheese, stirring constantly, adding 1/2 tablespoon oil while mixing.

Step 3
Drain pasta and fold into the mixture, taking care not to break the pasta. Fold in remaining cheese and bread crumbs gently. Top with remaining oil. Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle with red pepper.

Cook’s Note:

You can use fresh hot peppers instead of red pepper flakes, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

696
Calories
22g
Fat
102g
Carbs
26g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 696
% Daily Value *
Total Fat22g 28%
Saturated Fat6g 32%
Cholesterol34mg 11%
Sodium1144mg 50%
Total Carbohydrate102g 37%
Dietary Fiber9g 34%
Total Sugars4g
Protein26g
Vitamin C211mg 1,055%
Calcium453mg 35%
Iron3mg 16%
Potassium152mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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