Ingredients

  • 2 pounds broccoli rabe,* tough stems peeled
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 5 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
  • 6 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino Romano cheese
  • *Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is a type of leafy green stalk with scattered clusters of small broccoli-like florets; available at many specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.

Method

  • Cook broccoli rabe in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Drain and transfer to bowl of ice water to cool.
  • Drain again; pat dry.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead.
  • Wrap in paper towels.
  • Enclose in plastic bag and chill.)
  • Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add broccoli rabe and saute until heated through, about 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Sprinkle 4 tablespoons cheese over and toss to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to warm platter.
  • Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons cheese over.