Everyone has their go-to comfort meal. I have a bunch. Today I share with you a modified version one of my favorites, which also happens to be the fastest.
Brown Rice Penne with Spicy Broccoli Rabe
2 c brown rice pasta, cooked according to package
1/2 bunch broccoli rabe, chopped into 1 inch pieces
2-3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 to 1 tbsp chili garlic paste
pinch salt
parmesan
Heat a pan over medium heat. Saute garlic in olive oil for 1 minute before adding broccoli rabe. Saute for 2-3 minutes, then add lemon juice and chili garlic paste. Cook for another minute or two until greens are wilted. Add salt to taste.
Spoon over warm pasta and finish with a few parmesan shavings.
March ingredients used: rapini/rabe, garlic, lemon
One thing I absolutely must share: the rabe I got at the farmers' market is much better than any bunch I've gotten at the grocery store. It's slightly milder, and maybe even a little sweeter than ones I've gotten at the store. In fact, I might even go as far to say that I'd serve this to Jamie, hater of rabe.
The lemon juice was a new and pleasant addition to my comfort dish. It definitely brightens it up a bit by adding just enough acidity. Happy belly in less than 30 minutes.
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