Name: Broccoli Rabe with Chile and Garlic
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 bunch broccoli rabe; 8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; ½ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

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Blanching tames the bitter bite of broccoli rabe without robbing it of its addictive spiciness: A quick dip in salted water makes it more palatable and tender, so that it cooks quickly in the skillet.

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