Rapini Superfood

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Rapini

Rapini an Italian favorite and May I say mine as well. Rapini also goes by the name of Broccoli Rabe. In Italy discussions are held between the locals in many tiny towns in Italy about why this vegetable is so dearly loved and a part of their every day life. A big part of their arsenal of eating greens everyday. A bright green cruciferous vegetable with edible leaves, buds, and stems. Though it appears similar to some forms of broccoli it is most closely related to turnips. and once you taste my ancient authentic recipe from the Adriatic Sea, where Rapini flourishes you will be hooked too.

Rapini Stewed with tomatoes and garlic

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Ingredients
  

  • 3-5 Bunches of Rapini
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tsp salt (for boiling water)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Parmigiano-reggiano
  • 1 1/2 Cup saved liquid after draining Rapini
  • 2 plum tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • The Rapini will need to have the stems Trimmed and rinsed in cold water several times to ensure there will be no dirt or sand when cooked. Strain all Rapini
  • In a large pot, fill with water 2/3 to the top. Bring water to boil, add rapini, you will see as you add them they will reduce quickly into the pot, lower heat to medium add the salt and give it a nice stir, use tongs to turn them at the same time. You will want to cook them about half way or a little more, when ready drain and save 1 1/2 cup of the water from cooking, set aside.
  • Roughly chop tomatoes and garlic and gather together all ingredients in one area near the stove.
  • In a large skillet on medium heat add the olive oil and the finely chopped garlic and tomatoes allow to saute for 5 minutes.
  • Now you will begin to add the half boiled rapini into the skillet. Add the saved water the rapini was boiled in, directly pour into the pan over the rapini. Add pepper and a pinch of salt if so desired at this point. Raise heat to medium-high and allow it to boil for a minute, reduce heat and cover with lid and allow to simmer for around 20 min.
  • Transfer to serving bowl and add grated cheese to the top if you like. We truly love a nice portion of fresh grated cheese on ours.

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