Steamed Broccoli Rabe - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb broccoli rabe
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Trim broccoli by cutting off the bottom of the stalks. Rinse well and drain allowing water droplets to remain on broccoli.
Heat oil in a heavy skillet. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Add broccoli rabe and stir until the leaves start to wilt. Season with salt and pepper. Cover skillet and let cook 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally.