Preparation Blanch broccoli rabe in an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until tender, about 6 minutes. Immediately transfer with tongs to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain in a colander, pressing to extract excess water. Transfer to a cutting board and chop. Cook garlic in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until just golden, then add broccoli rabe and cook, stirring frequently, until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cooks' notes:· Broccoli rabe can be cooked and chopped 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before reheating with garlic and oil. · Garlic can be cooked in oil 2 hours ahead and kept at room temperature.
Preparation Blanch broccoli rabe in an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, until tender, about 6 minutes. Immediately transfer with tongs to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain in a colander, pressing to extract excess water. Transfer to a cutting board and chop. Cook garlic in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until just golden, then add broccoli rabe and cook, stirring frequently, until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cooks' notes:· Broccoli rabe can be cooked and chopped 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before reheating with garlic and oil. · Garlic can be cooked in oil 2 hours ahead and kept at room temperature.