Garlicky Broccoli Rabe with Chili Breadcrumbs

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Broccoli Rabe
• Trimmed
• 1 cup French Or Italian Bread
• Crust Removed
• Cut Into 1-inch Cubes
• 2 Tablespoons Hot Italian Chili Oil
• Such As Colavitas
• Or Asian Chili Oil
• 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes (or To Taste)
• 2 Tablespoons Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
• Finely Grated (omit If Vegan)
• 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• Thinly Sliced

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
2. Fill a large bowl halfway with ice and cold water.
3. Blanch broccoli rabe for 1 minute in boiling water, and transfer to ice water bath.
4. When cool, remove from bowl and pat dry with paper towels.
5. Set aside.
6. Pulse breadcrumbs in a food processor until coarsely ground.
7. Heat chili oil in a large saute pan over medium heat.
8. Add breadcrumbs to pan and season with salt, pepper and chili flakes.
9. Toast for 56 minutes or until crunchy and browned, stirring frequently.
10. During the 30 seconds of cooking, stir in cheese.
11. Transfer breadcrumbs to a bowl.
12. Turn off heat and wipe out saute pan.
13. Add olive oil and garlic to the pan.
14. Turn heat back to medium and saute garlic 24 minutes or until golden, stirring often.
15. Add broccoli rabe to pan, season with salt and pepper, and saute 23 minutes or until reheated.
16. Top with breadcrumbs.
17. Enjoy.