Italian Broccoli Rabe Grinder

Provolone cheese, pepperoni, and broccoli rabe blend into a delightful filling for a traditional Italian grinder.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 800 Calories

Ingredients

• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 slices provolone cheese
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ½ cup diced pepperoni
• ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• 2 bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed
• 4 hard Italian rolls, split

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Stir garlic into the oil; cook and stir until softened but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the crushed red pepper and pepperoni; cook and stir to blend flavors, about 1 additional minute.

Step 2

Stir in the broccoli rabe, coating the leaves well with oil. Cover and cook until broccoli rabe is fully wilted and soft, about 15 minutes. Season with salt.

Step 3

Place a piece of cheese on cut side of each roll; fill with the broccoli rabe mixture. Serve warm.