Broccoli Rabe with Beans and Pasta

This is quick nutritious and delicious.

One-Two bunches of Broccoli Rabe
Large pot of boiling water
One  half box of whole wheat pasta whatever you prefer
One can of your favorite white beans (rinsed)
Three cloves of garlic, chopped finely (or more)
About  1-2 tbls  olive oil
About 1/2 tea of red pepper flakes (optional)

Put pot of water on to boil with  salt
Trim and rinse Broccoli Rabe
When the water begins to boil put in the Broccoli but only for about 2 minutes
Take out the Broccoli  with a slotted spoon or tongs. Drain the Broccoli. Keep the water in the pot
Plaace the pasta into the pot of water make sure it has come to a boil again.

In the mean time saute the garlic in the olive oil  and red pepper flakes for a few seconds
Put Beans in and saute for a few minutes , add broccoli
Drain pasta, reserving about one cup  of the pasta water. ( you can also use chicken broth)
Add pasta to the pan and stir gently
Add the reserved water,  some salt and pepper to taste.
Put in serving  platter whirl a little more extra virgin olive oil and some parm cheese on top before  serving.

Serve with a fresh tomato salad and some Italian bread if you want or just have it as is.


ENJOY!!!