* Exported from MasterCook *

                          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 sauteé 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.


Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0