Dunk the broccoli rabe into the boiling water, submerging it with a slotted spoon to make sure it gets thoroughly blanched. Blanch the veg only for 30 or 40 seconds.

Broccoli rabe buds, shoots and leaves are best eaten fresh. They can be stored unwashed in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 3-5 days, or the crop can be blanched and frozen to be kept for up ...

Broccoli rabe is a fast-growing vegetable that takes 40-90 days to go from sowing to reaching maturity. The exact time will depend on the variety and the weather throughout the growing season.

Learn how to make a homemade pizza with broccoli rabe, leeks and potatoes. Looking for an easy weekend dinner? Farm-to-Fork host Sharon Profis demonstrates how to make a homemade pizza with ...

The Healthiest Way to Prepare Broccoli, According to Scientists Broccoli contains sulforaphane, a compound that studies have shown may control blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes.

If that’s also your preferred way to prepare broccoli, I’ve previously shared tips on how to achieve crispy roasted vegetables, including getting them as dry as possible before cooking ...

Step 2: Chop off the bottom of the stalk, about a ½-inch. Broccoli stalks are totally edible, they’re just tougher than the florets. So, shave the stalk down with a hand peeler so it isn’t as ...