Pungent broccoli rabe (or broccoli rape, broccoli raab or rapini) is tossed with a rich mixture of garlic, olive oil and anchovies in this easy side dish.

Makes 8 servings, generous 1/2 cup each

ACTIVE TIME: 25 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 25 minutes

EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy

2 pounds broccoli rabe, stem ends trimmed, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic, chopped
6 anchovy fillets, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

1. Bring a large pot or Dutch oven of water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, anchovies and crushed red pepper (if using); cook, stirring, until the garlic is very light brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the broccoli rabe, toss to coat, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 82 calories; 6 g fat (1 g sat, 4 g mono); 3 mg cholesterol; 4 g carbohydrate; 5 g protein; 3 g fiber; 220 mg sodium; 231 mg potassium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (60% daily value), Vitamin C (40% dv), Folate (23% dv), Calcium & Iron (15% dv).
1/2 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat