Broccoli Rabe, Roasted Red Pepper, and Provolone Grilled Cheese - (Free Recipe below)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 1 large head broccoli rabe, cleaned
• 2 large roasted red peppers, cut into long, thin strips
• 8 slices sharp provolone
• 8 slices bread
• 4 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of very salted water to a rolling boil. Add broccoli rabe, stir, and let cook for 30 seconds. Remove with tongues and quickly transfer to an ice bath until completely cooled.Pat dry with paper towels.
2. In a large skillet or dutch oven heat the olive oil. Add the broccoli rase and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook for another 3 minutes, or until broccoli has softened slightly. Remove from pan and transfer to a clean plate.
3. On one slice of bread layer 1/4 of the broccoli rabe, peppers, and cheese. Top with an additional slice of bread, then carefully but liberally butter both outside sides.
4. Heat a large skillet over a medium flame. Once hot add the sandwich and grill on each side for 2-3 minutes, or until the bread is golden and the cheese is bubbling. Repeat until all the sandwiches are made, and serve at once.