Broccoli With Sun Dried Tomatoes And Pine Nuts Recipes

BROCCOLI WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND PINE NUTS

Steps:

• Separate the broccoli into florets.
• Peel and slice the stems thinly.
• Fill a large stockpot with water and bring to a boil.
• Add the broccoli and blanch for about 2 minutes.
• Drain the broccoli and rinse with cold water, set aside.
• Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
• Add the red onion and saute for 5 minutes.
• Dice the sun dried tomatoes and add to the onion.
• Add the broth and bring to a boil.
• Lower the heat, cover and steam for 2 minutes.
• Add the lemon juice to the tomato mixture.
• Add the broccoli and stir well.
• Place the broccoli in a serving bowl, top with toasted pine nuts.

BROCCOLI RABE WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Clean the rapini in lots of water, removing any loose dirt & the bottom portion of the stems which appear tough. Cut into 4-inch lengths.
• Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and saute until slightly softened, about 1 minute. Add the rapini, just enough water or stock to add moisture to the bottom for cooking, sun-dried tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer until desired tenderness, about 15-30 minutes adding extra water if needed.
• Remove the lid and allow the water to evaporate.
• Garnish with Crushed pepper flakes.