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    Home » Recipe » Sandwich » Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    Published Jun 9, 2014 · Updated Aug 29, 2018 by Ginnie · 12 Comments

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    This ooey-gooey Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese makes the perfect dinner ... try it tonight!

    Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese | Hello Little Home #recipe #sandwich

    Sometimes, my husband goes out to pick up dinner, and I tell him to get whatever looks good.

    I never really know what he'll bring back, but he knows my taste pretty well and about 95% of the time it's something really delicious. The other 5%  of the time, I eat it and cross my fingers he won't get that again!

    A couple weeks ago, he came home with the best grilled cheese that I'd had in a long time. I immediately knew that I'd be recreating it, and that's how this Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese Sandwich came about.

    Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese | Hello Little Home #recipe #sandwich

    Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese

    You are going to love this grilled cheese! It does take a little more effort than the standard American cheese and white bread variety, but not a lot, and it's definitely worth it.

    If you've never cooked with broccoli rabe (sometimes called rapini), this recipe is a good place to start.

    Broccoli rabe has a bitter taste if not cooked properly, so don't skip the blanching step. It makes all the difference.

    Choose a bread with a firm texture and crunchy crust (I used a round Italian loaf) that will stand up to the garlicky broccoli rabe and smoky provolone.

    Together, these simple ingredients make one great sandwich!

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    Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese

    Treat yourself to this delicious Broccoli Rabe and Provolone Grilled Cheese tonight!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Sandwich
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 sandwiches
    Author: Ginnie

    Ingredients

    • 1 bunch broccoli rabe
    • 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus extra for sandwich assembly
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    • salt
    • 8 slices good-quality bread
    • 16 slices provolone cheese

    Instructions

    • Bring a large pot of water to boil, then drop in broccoli rabe and cook for one minute.
    • Drain broccoli rabe in a colander and rinse under cold water until cool. Using your hands, squeeze as much water out of the broccoli as possible.
    • Roughly chop the broccoli, removing large stems.
    • Heat olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat.
    • Saute garlic and crushed red pepper flakes in oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    • Add broccoli rabe to pan and heat through. Then remove pan from heat and season to taste with salt.

    Assemble sandwiches:

    • Place 1 slice of cheese on a piece of bread.
    • Top cheese with a ¼ of the broccoli rabe and then another slice of cheese.
    • Cover cheese with another slice of bread. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
    • Brush outside of sandwiches with a little olive oil.
    • Heat a pan over medium heat.
    • Place sandwiches in pan and cook on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook on other side until golden.
    • Remove from pan and serve. Enjoy!
    Did you make this recipe?I love seeing what you're cooking! Leave a comment below, or tag @HelloLittleHome or #hellolittlehome on Instagram!

    When was the last time you had grilled cheese?

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    Ginnie is the writer, photographer, and chief content creator behind Hello Little Home. She loves trying new things (whether that’s creating delicious vegetarian recipes, exploring a new city, trying a fun DIY project, or sharing a pretty makeup look), and she hopes to inspire you to do the same! Read more about Ginnie here.

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    MAGNY TJELTA
    7 years ago

    These look absolutely wonderful

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    Ginnie
    7 years ago
    Reply to  MAGNY TJELTA

    Thank you so much, Magny!

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    mrsthreeinthree
    8 years ago

    Oh Ginnie, this looks amazing! I can't wait to try it!

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    Simple Nature Decor
    8 years ago

    What a healthy sandwich! Thanks for sharing this at my fabulous friday Party
    Maria

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    melindacaldwell
    8 years ago

    Stopping by from Strut Your Stuff link party. What a great way to make it healthier. Going to try this and see if I can sneak it past the kids. Thanks for sharing!

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    carmen ☮ (@CarmenVarner)
    8 years ago

    Oh dear. These look absolutely delightful; I love reinventing classic recipes! :] // itsCarmen.com ☼

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    Alison Agnew (@Nancherrrow)
    8 years ago

    Yum! Like broccoli cheese soup and grilled cheese, all rolled into one! Thanks for sharing at Fridays Unfolded!

    Alison
    Nancherrow

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    anglemoine
    8 years ago

    Absolutely love broccoli rabe and this looks fantastic! Pinned! Thanks so much for sharing at The Wednesday Roundup! Hope to see you again next week! ~Angela @ LeMoine Family Kitchen

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    Winnie
    8 years ago

    We really love broccoli and this is a GREAT sandwich
    I'd eat it any time 🙂

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    Kelly
    8 years ago

    Oh boy, this grilled cheese looks incredible Ginnie! Love broccoli rabe and can't wait to try this - pinning 🙂

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    Julie
    8 years ago

    Thanks for the recipe for this sandwich! My family loves broccoli rabe! I pinned and will try sometime!
    Julie

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    Rachel Kathyg
    8 years ago

    This looks like such a yummy sandwich~now I am hungry. Have a great day!

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