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First prepare the Broccoli Rabe by washing it and peeling away the thick thin from the lower stalks. Cut crosswise into 3-inch lengths
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Place Broccoli Rabe into a bowl and cover with water. Let stand for 1 hour
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Fill a saucepan 3/4s full of water and bring to a boil on high heat.
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Once boiling, add the Broccoli Rabe and 1 tablespoon of salt and return to boil. Cover partially and cook for 5 minutes.
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In a large fry pan, warm the Olive Oil over medium heat
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Add the Garlic, Pine nuts and pinch of Red Pepper Flakes and saute for 5 minutes
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After 5 minutes, add the Broccoli Rabe and saute for another 2 minutes
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Season with a pinch of Sea Salt
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In a separate pan, bring water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook for 10-11 minutes (al dente)
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Drain pasta and add to Broccoli Rabe mixture. Mix together (if you need to thicken it up, you can add some pasta water to the mixture)
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Shred parmesan cheese and add to top of dish. Mix together
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Serve immediately