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Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grinders

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Introduction

The “Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grinders” is a delightful dish that combines the peppery flavor of broccoli rabe with the rich, creamy taste of provolone cheese. This recipe offers a unique way to enjoy these ingredients in an easy-to-assemble meal perfect for family gatherings or casual dining at home.

Tips for this recipe

To ensure the best results, it’s important to use fresh broccoli rabe and high-quality provolone cheese. For the grinding process, opt for a kitchen grinder with various blades that can handle both vegetables and hard cheeses efficiently. Slicing your ingredients uniformly will also contribute to a more evenly cooked dish.

Why you will love this recipe

The combination of tender broccoli rabe, sharp provolone, and aromatic garlic offers a symphony of flavors that is both comforting and exciting to the palate. This recipe promises an elevated dining experience with its balance between simplicity and complexity in taste, appealing to those who appreciate farm-to-table concepts as well as quick meal solutions.

Ingredients

– 6 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
– 3 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
– 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
– 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans with liquid
– Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
– 4 bunches broccoli rabe (rapini, 4-5 pounds), ends trimmed
– Kosher salt (for broccoli rabe)
– 1/2 cup olive oil (divided, plus more for dipping)
– 1 head of garlic (cloves peeled and thinly sliced)
– 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
– 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
– Freshly ground black pepper
– 8 6″-8″-long French rolls, split lengthwise
– 8 ounces thinly sliced provolone piccante or other aged provolone cheese
– 1 Fresno chile (or red jalapeño), seeded, very thinly sliced

Adviced equipments

To prepare this recipe efficiently and effectively, consider using:
1. Kitchen Grinder with Various Blades
2. Mandoline Slicer Set

History of the recipe

Originating from Southern Italy’s hearty cuisine, “Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grinders” reflect a fusion of flavors typical in Italian home cooking. The use of broccoli rabe is particularly rooted in regions where it thrives, such as Naples, making the dish a regional specialty that has evolved over time through shared family recipes and culinary innovation.

Fun facts about this recipe

Did you know? Provolone cheese is often mistaken for mozzare

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Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grinders

Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grinders

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Equipment

  • - Kitchen Grinder with Various Blades (for grinding broccoli rabe into fine pieces or shredding provolone cheese)

  • - Mandoline Slicer Set (useful for slicing broccoli rabe thinly and creating consistent cheese shavings)

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided

  • 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • 1 15-ounce can cannellini (white kidney) beans with liquid

  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

  • 4 bunches broccoli rabe (rapini, 4-5 pounds), ends trimmed

  • Kosher salt

  • 1/2 cup olive oil, divided, plus more

  • 1 head of garlic, cloves peeled and thinly sliced

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

  • 3 tablespoons (or more) fresh lemon juice

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • 8 6"-8"-long French rolls, split lengthwise

  • 8 ounces thinly sliced provolone piccante or other aged provolone cheese

  • 1 Fresno chile or red jalapeño, seeded, very thinly sliced

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat; add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring often, until garlic begins to turn golden, about 4 minutes. Add beans with liquid. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring often, until liquid thickens, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a food processor; add 3 tablespoons oil. Process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
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Instruction 2

Cook broccoli rabe, 1 bunch at a time, in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 minutes (return to a boil between batches). Transfer broccoli rabe to a baking sheet; let cool. Squeeze dry; coarsely chop.
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Instruction 3

Heat a large pot over medium heat; add 1/4 cup oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring often, until garlic is fragrant and beginning to turn golden, 2-3 minutes. Add broccoli rabe; cook, stirring often, until stem pieces are just tender, 4-5 minutes. Add remaining 1/4 cup oil and 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper, and more juice, if desired. Spread out on a rimmed baking sheet and let cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made one day ahead. Cover and chill.
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Instruction 4

Arrange racks in top and bottom thirds of oven; preheat to 400°F. Open rolls and arrange on 2 rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle generously with oil. Spread bean purée on one side of each roll; add broccoli rabe. Top with cheese, then chile. Toast, rotating pans after 5 minutes, until cheese is melted, 7-10 minutes. Top, slice, and serve.
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