26 Mar PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BROCCOLI RABE & PROVOLONE GRINDERS

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On sale this week (3/25-3/31): Organic Broccoli Rabe $1.99 each!

Are you craving a sandwich but are tired of the same meat and cheese sandwiches that you have everyday? Look no further! These hearty and delicious broccoli rabe and provolone grinders are not only filling but they are packed with lots of nutrients! BONUS– there are more savings that come with this recipe! Eden Cannellini Beans are on sale for $2.29 per can and Organic Valley Provolone Slices are on sale for $4.49 per pack; both until the end of March! DOUBLE BONUS– we have NEW hoagie, kaiser, & ciabatta rolls as well as loaves from Essential Baking Company! You can mix and match your new favorite sandwich on so many different breads!

Ingredients

White Bean Purée

  • 6 Tablespoons Olive Oil, divided
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, sliced thin
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 Can Cannellini (white kidney) Beans With Liquid
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Sandwiches

  • 4 Bunches Broccoli Rabe, trimmed ends
  • 1/2 Cup Olive Oil, divided
  • 1 Head of Garlic, peeled cloves and sliced thin
  • 1 1/2 Teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 3 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 8 French rolls, split lengthwise
  • 8 oz Provolone, sliced thin
  • 1 Red Jalapeño, seeded, sliced very thin
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Method

White Bean Purée

  1. In small saucepan on medium-low heat, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Cook, stirring frequently, until garlic starts to turn golden (about 4 minutes).
  3. Add cannellini beans with liquid and bring to simmer.
  4. Cook, stirring frequently, until liquid thickens (about 10 minutes).
  5. Transfer into food processor and add 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  6. Process until smooth and season with salt and pepper.

Sandwiches

  1. In large pot of boiling salted water, cook broccoli rabe (1 bunch at a time) for 2 minutes.
  2. Transfer onto baking sheet and let cool.
  3. Squeeze dry and coarsely chop.
  4. In large pot over medium heat, add 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Cook, while stirring frequently, until you can smell the garlic as it turns golden (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Add broccoli rabe and cook (stirring frequently) until stems are just tender (about 4-5 minutes).
  7. Add remaining 1/4 cup oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Spread on rimmed baking sheet and let cool.
  9. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  10. Open rolls and arrange on baking sheets. Drizzle with oil, generously.
  11. Spread white bean purée on one half of each roll. Add broccoli rabe.
  12. Top with provolone cheese and jalapeño slices.
  13. Toast until cheese is melted (about 7-10 minutes).
  14. Top, slice and enjoy!

Before you enjoy your hearty broccoli rabe & provolone grinders, make sure you take a picture of your masterpiece! Post it on social media and tag your favorite produce market, Basil Bandwagon Natural Market! #basilbandwagon #producerecipeoftheweek

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