Rapini-walnut Macaroni

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 bunch broccoli rabe (rapini), trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 (8 ounce) box uncooked macaroni pasta
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large cloves garlic, sliced
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. once the water is boiling, stir in the broccoli rabe, and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside. return the water to a boil, and stir in the macaroni. cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. drain well in a colander set in the sink.
• while the pasta is cooking, cook and stir the walnut halves in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. set the walnuts aside, add the olive oil, and reduce heat to low. stir in the garlic, and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes. stir in the broccoli rabe, and cook 3 minutes to reheat. season to taste with salt and black pepper, then stir in the drained pasta and walnuts. toss with parmesan cheese before serving.