Spaghetti with Broccoli Rabe

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:51:22 GMT

Step 1

1. Cook the pancetta in a large sauté pan over medium heat until the pancetta bits are crisp and the fat has rendered, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and sauté, stir- ring frequently, until the onions are golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add the thyme and red pepper flakes and cook just long enough to heat them, about 1 minute.

Step 2

2. Add the broccoli rabe and sauté, stirring frequently, until it is bright green and hot, about 3 minutes. Add the broth and simmer over low heat until the broccoli rabe is tender and the broth has nearly cooked away, about 5 minutes. Taste and season with lemon juice and red pepper. Keep the broccoli rabe warm while you cook the pasta.

Step 3

3. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the spaghetti and boil until tender to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain through a colander, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

Step 4

4. Add the spaghetti to the broccoli rabe and toss to com- bine the ingredients over low heat. Add enough of the re- served pasta water to evenly and lightly coat the spaghetti if needed (the pasta should look creamy, not oily or dry).

Step 5

5. Serve the pasta in a heated bowl or individual plates. Top with the toasted bread crumbs, Parmesan, and parsley.

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