Orecchiette with Rapini and Sausage Recipe
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Rapini, or broccoli rabe, is related to the turnip, not broccoli, as you might think.  The long stalks are covered in leaves and have few florets.  I normally blanch it in boiling water, then add it to a pan of hot olive oil, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes to offset the slightly bitter taste.