Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
How to Freeze Broccoli Rabe

How to Freeze Broccoli Rabe: Sauteed with Garlic & Oil


  • Author: Chuck Sillari

Ingredients

Scale

2 heads of broccoli rabe

35 cloves of fresh garlic, chopped

2 tablespoons of olive oil

2 tablespoons of grated Romano cheese

Salt and pepper


Instructions

  1. Wash broccoli rabe
  2. Cut about ½ inch from stems
  3. Chop remaining broccoli rabe into one inch pieces. Separate thick stems at the bottom of the plant
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat
  5. Add garlic to pan and allow it to toast for one minute
  6. Add thick broccoli rabe stems and season with salt and pepper. Turn heat up slightly to medium-high.
  7. Let the stems cook for a couple minutes until they soften up.
  8. Add the rest of the plant (chopped leaves, florets and thinner stems) to the pan and season with salt and pepper.
  9. Allow them to cook for 12-15 minutes, tossing them in the pan frequently.  Add a little water to the pan if necessary.
  10. Add grated cheese with 2 minutes of cooking left and continue to toss.
  11. Remove from the pan and allow them to cool.
  12. Place in an airtight container or freezer bags and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.