Broccoli Rabe Philly Style

With its green awnings, mural art, and scent of red gravy in the air, Philly’s famous Italian Market is practically unchanged since it appeared in the original Rocky movie back in the seventies. Stroll down 9th Street, and you’re bound to find my favorite traditional Italian greens, broccoli rabe. Not the easiest vegetable to work with, it can quickly become a bitter mess if not prepared properly. The key is blanching first and draining all excess water, then knowing when to stop coo