Recipe: Broccoli Rabe with Caramelized Shallots (Bobby Flay)

BROCCOLI RABE WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS

"When I first tasted broccoli rabe, I was a little put off by its bitterness, so I combined it with some golden caramelized shallots. They add just the right note of sweetness and provide contrasting texture as well."

2 tablespoons pure olive oil
1 1/2 pounds broccoli rabe (about 2 bunches), washed well and bottom of stems removed
1/2 cup water
Caramelized Shallots (recipe follows)
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Heat the oil in a large saute pan over high heat until it begins to smoke and add the broccoli rabe, water, and caramelized shallots. Cook, stirring, until the broccoli rabe is wilted and the shallots are hot, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and place in a large serving bowl.

CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
6 shallots, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch rounds
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and pepper

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots, vinegar, and honey and cook, stirring, until the vinegar has reduced and coated the shallots, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Makes 8 servings
Source: Bobby Flay's From My Kitchen to Your Table by Bobby Flay