Gnocchi With Broccoli Rabe, Caramelized Garlic, and Parmesan

• broccoli rabe↗3⁄4 lb

  trimmed

• gnocchi16 ounces
• olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• garlic cloves↗4

  thinly sliced

• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• crushed red pepper flakes↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• parmesan cheese↗1⁄4 cup

  shredded

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook broccoli rabe in boiling water 4 minutes. Remove broccoli rabe with a slotted spoon, and place in a colander; drain.

2. 2

   Add gnocchi to pan; cook 3 minutes or until done. Drain gnocchi in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic to pan; cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring frequently.

4. 4

   Add broccoli rabe, gnocchi, and reserved cooking liquid to pan; cook 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in salt and pepper. Place 1 1/4 cups gnocchi mixture in each of 4 shallow bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.