Best 10 Pasta Shell Risotto With Broccoli Rabe Recipes

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Pasta shell risotto with broccoli rabe is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The creamy risotto is made with pasta shells that are cooked in a flavorful broth until they are tender and al dente. Broccoli rabe, a slightly bitter green, is added to the risotto along with Parmesan cheese and herbs for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI RABE & GARLIC PASTA



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"I created this because I needed a quick entrée with few ingredients. The garlic flavored oil makes the broccoli rabe less bitter, and with toasted garlic, it's a great dish." -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces uncooked linguine
1 pound broccoli rabe
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup chicken broth, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, trim 1/2 in. from broccoli rabe stems; discard any coarse or damaged leaves. Rinse broccoli rabe in cold water and cut into 2-in. pieces; set aside., In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add the broccoli rabe, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and 1/2 cup broth. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until broccoli rabe is tender. Drain linguine; add to the pan. Stir in parsley and enough remaining broth to moisten the linguine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

PASTA WITH BROCCOLI RABE (CIMA DI RAPA)



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This is a very popular winter dish in Italy. Broccoli rabe is sauteed then tossed with anchovies, garlic, bread crumbs and grated Pecorino Siciliano cheese. This version was given to me by a Sicilian friend. Enjoy with a nice hearty red wine and you'll be ready for any winter weather! Garnish with a little more bread crumbs and grated cheese.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon salt
1 (12 ounce) box gluten-free tortiglioni pasta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 anchovies
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 pounds broccoli rabe, stemmed and cut into large pieces
1 ½ cups toasted plain gluten-free bread crumbs, divided
1 cup grated Pecorino Siciliano cheese, divided
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortiglioni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add anchovies and garlic. Saute until slightly brown, 3 to 4 minutes, but do not overcook garlic, as this will make the dish bitter. Add broccoli rabe and stir to coat. Alternately add 1/2 of the bread crumbs and 1/2 of the Pecorino Siciliano cheese, stirring constantly, adding 1/2 tablespoon oil while mixing.
  • Drain pasta and fold into the mixture, taking care not to break the pasta. Fold in remaining cheese and bread crumbs gently. Top with remaining oil. Transfer to serving plates and sprinkle with red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696.3 calories, Carbohydrate 101.9 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1144 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

PASTA-SHELL RISOTTO WITH BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Garlic     Onion     Pasta     Sauté     Christmas     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Parmesan     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Broccoli Rabe     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 to 6 (main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 quart reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 quart water
1 bunch broccoli rabe
1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 lb medium pasta shells
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring broth, water, and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan, then reduce heat and keep at a bare simmer.
  • Trim tough stem ends from broccoli rabe, then cut remaining stems crosswise into 1-inch pieces and reserve. Coarsely chop florets and leaves.
  • Heat oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté onion with 1/2 teaspoon salt until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and sauté 1 minute, then add pasta, broccoli rabe stems, and 3/4 cup hot broth and simmer briskly, stirring constantly, until broth is absorbed. Continue simmering and adding hot broth, about 3/4 cup at a time, stirring frequently and letting each addition be absorbed before adding the next, until pasta is almost al dente and creamy-looking, 12 to 13 minutes. Stir in remaining broccoli rabe and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring, until pasta is al dente and broccoli rabe is just tender, 2 to 3 minutes. (If needed, add more hot broth to moisten; there will be some broth left over.) Stir in cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Serve with more cheese on the side.

SHELLS WITH BROCCOLI RABE & PANCETTA



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Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds broccoli rabe (1 to 2 bunches)
1 pound large pasta shells, such as Barilla
Good olive oil
1/2 pound pancetta, 1/4-inch diced (see Cook's Note)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
8 to 10 ounces fresh ricotta, store-bought or homemade
Freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large (11 by 5 1/2-inch) pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon salt. Remove and discard the bottom third of the broccoli rabe and slice the rest crosswise in 2-inch pieces. When the water boils, cook the broccoli rabe for 2 to 3 minutes, until just tender. With a wire skimmer or tongs, lift the broccoli rabe (don't drain the pot!) into a large bowl and set aside. Bring the water back to a boil, add the shells, and cook al dente according to the directions on the package. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid, drain the pasta, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large (12-inch) sauté pan, add the pancetta, and cook over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pancetta is browned. Add the garlic and cook for one minute. Add the broccoli rabe and red pepper flakes and toss well. Add the cooked shells, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper and toss. Cook over medium heat for a few minutes, until all the ingredients are heated through, adding enough of the reserved cooking water so the pasta isn't dry. Serve hot in large shallow bowls with a large dollop of ricotta and drizzled with olive oil, and with grated Parmesan on the side.

BROCCOLI RABE RISOTTO



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 bunch broccoli rabe, cut into small florets
8 to 10 cups chicken stock, as needed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, brunoised
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups Arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
Piquillo Pepper Salsa, for serving, recipe follows
Bull's blood leaves, for garnish
Chervil, for garnish
7 ounces piquillo peppers, diced (about 1/2 can)
1/2 cup pitted nicoise olives, sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 sprigs fresh thyme, picked and chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blanch the broccoli rabe, and then immediately shock in an ice bath. Remove from the ice and set aside.
  • Heat the chicken stock in a medium saucepan and keep warm on the stove. Heat 1 tablespoon of the butter and the olive oil in a medium high-sided saute pan, and cook the garlic and shallots, sprinkling with salt and black pepper, until soft. Stir in the rice, tossing to coat, and cook 1 minute. Pour in the wine and cook until completely reduced.
  • Add 2 cups of the hot stock and cook until absorbed. Continue adding 1 cup of the stock at a time, stirring often, until all the liquid is absorbed. (You may not need all of the stock.) Cook until the rice is al dente, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the broccoli rabe to combine, and then stir in the Parmesan and remaining butter until melted. Adjust the seasoning and serve with the Piquillo Pepper Salsa alongside. Garnish with bull's blood, chervil sprigs and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
  • Combine the piquillo peppers, olives, olive oil, parsley, vinegar and thyme in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper and serve with the risotto.

BARLEY RISOTTO WITH RABE



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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     side dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup olive oil
1 medium-size onion, minced
8 large garlic cloves, smashed, peeled and minced
2 cups medium-size pearl barley
5 1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetarian broth (see Micro-Tip)
1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper to tast

Steps:

  • Place oil in an oval dish, 14 by 9 by 2 inches. Cook, uncovered, at 100 percent in a high-power oven for 2 minutes. Stir in onion and garlic. Cook for 4 minutes. Stir in barley. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in broth. Cook for 15 minutes. Stir in rabe. Cook for 25 minutes.
  • Remove from oven. Cover with a towel and let stand for 10 minutes. Stir in salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 249, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 417 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

SAUSAGE, MOZZARELLA, AND BROCCOLI RABE WITH SHELLS



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Delicious and convenient, this baked-pasta dish is an irresistible all-in-one dinner. You can substitute a mild sausage, such as sweet Italian, for the spicy variety. If you can't find broccoli rabe, use regular broccoli and increase boiling time to 1 minute.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 sprigs thyme
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 links spicy Italian sausage (3/4 pound total), casings removed
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
8 ounces medium shell pasta
1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 1 pound), trimmed and coarsely chopped
6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden brown, 15 minutes (reduce heat if browning too quickly).
  • Add garlic and sausage. Cook, breaking meat up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, breaking them up with spoon. Cook sauce until slightly thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Discard thyme.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 4 minutes less than package instructions. Add broccoli rabe to pot and cook 15 seconds. Drain pasta and broccoli rabe and return to pot. Stir in sausage mixture. Transfer to a 3-quart baking dish or divide among four 16-ounce gratin dishes. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake until cheese has melted and liquid is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 39 g

BROCCOLI RABE WITH PASTA



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound broccoli rabe
3/4 pound tubular pasta, like penne or rigatoni
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 large red sweet pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch-long strips
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried
2 cups crushed tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Trim and wash the broccoli rabe, and cut into bite-sized pieces. Wash in cold water, and drain.
  • In a large kettle, add enough salted water to cook the broccoli rabe. Bring to a boil, and cook until crisply tender. Do not overcook. Remove the broccoli rabe, and set aside. Reserve the cooking liquid in the kettle.
  • Bring the kettle with the cooking liquid to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook according to the package instructions. Do not overcook. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet, and add the garlic. Cook briefly, do not brown. Add the pepper flakes, the sweet pepper, rosemary and oregano, and cook, stirring briefly. Add the crushed tomatoes, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the drained pasta, the cooked broccoli rabe and the reserved cooking liquid, the remaining olive oil and the Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring and tossing, for 1 minute. Check seasoning; serve immediately on hot serving plates.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 574, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 911 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams

RISOTTO WITH PORCINI AND BROCCOLI RABE



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Categories     Mushroom     Rice     Appetizer     Side     Broccoli     Fall     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

For the broth
the carcass of a roast turkey, broken into large pieces
about 4 1/2 quarts (18 cups) water
1/2 ounch dried porcini mushrooms*
2/3 cup hot water
3/4 pound broccoli rabe
1 1/2 cups minced onion
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice*
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
*available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets

Steps:

  • Make the broth:
  • In a large kettle or stockpot combine the carcass with the water, or enough to cover it, and simmer the mixture, uncovered, for 3 hours. Strain the broth through a large sieve into a large bowl, discarding the solids, return it to the kettle, and boil it until it is reduced to about 10 cups. Reserve 8 cups of the broth and transfer the remaining broth to a container for another use. The broth may be made 1 week in advance and kept covered and chilled if it is brought to a boil every 2 days and then allowed to cool to warm, uncovered, before being chilled again. The broth keeps, frozen, for 3 months.
  • In a small bowl let the < I>porcini soak in the hot water for 30 minutes and strain the soaking liquid through a rinsed and squeezed paper towel set over a cup, reserving it. Wash the porcini under cold water to remove any grit and chop them coarse. Trim the broccoli rabe, discarding any yellow or coarse leaves and the tough stem ends. Peel the large stems, cut off the flowerets, reserving them, and cut the stems and the leaves crosswise into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Bring the reserved 8 cups broth to a boil, add the broccoli rabe stems, leaves, and reserved flowerets, and simmer the mixture for 4 minutes, or until the broccoli rabe is just tender. Transfer the broccoli rabe with a skimmer to a bowl and keep the broth at a bare simmer.
  • In a large saucepan cook the onion and the porcini in the butter over moderate heat, stirring, until the onion is softened and add the rice, stirring until it is coated well with the butter. Add the wine and the reserved porcini soaking liquid and cook the mixture over moderately high heat, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed. Add about 1/2 cup of the simmering broth and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until the broth is absorbed. Continue cooking the mixture and adding the broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and letting each portion be absorbed before adding the next, until the rice is tender but still al dente. (The rice should take about 20 minutes to become al dente.) Stir in the broccoli rabe and simmer the risotto, stirring, until it is heated through. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan and salt and pepper to taste.

PASTA WITH RICOTTA AND BROCCOLI RABE



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You can substitute the same amount of broccoli for the broccoli rabe in this recipe. Cut florets into small pieces; peel and coarsely chop the thick stems.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds (1 to 2 bunches) broccoli rabe, coarsely chopped
1 pound gemelli (or other short pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 anchovy fillets (optional)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 container (15 ounces) part-skim ricotta cheese (1 2/3 cups)
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, boil broccoli rabe 1 minute; with a slotted spoon, transfer to a colander to drain. In same pot of water, cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain pasta, and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add anchovy fillets (if using), garlic, and pepper flakes; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Add broccoli rabe; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in ricotta and milk; cook just until heated through, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add contents of skillet to pasta; season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked broccoli rabe or frozen broccoli florets.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pasta shells. They should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Add more or less Parmesan cheese to taste.
  • Serve the pasta shell risotto with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil.

Conclusion:

Pasta shell risotto with broccoli rabe is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta shells, and it's also a healthy and flavorful meal. The broccoli rabe adds a slightly bitter flavor that pairs well with the creamy risotto. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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