Gnocchi With Broccoli Rabe, Caramelized Garlic, And Parmesan - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 lb broccoli rabe, trimmed
16 ounces gnocchi
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Preparation

Cook broccoli rabe in boiling water 4 minutes. Remove broccoli rabe with a slotted spoon, and place in a colander; drain.
Add gnocchi to pan; cook 3 minutes or until done. Drain gnocchi in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic to pan; cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently.
Add broccoli rabe, gnocchi, and reserved cooking liquid to pan; cook 2 minutes.
Stir in salt and pepper. Place 1 1/4 cups gnocchi mixture in each of 4 shallow bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.