Broccoli Rabe with Bulgur and Walnuts

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Place bulgur in medium bowl; pour 2 1/2 cups boiling water over. Stir once and let stand until just tender, about 20 minutes. Pour bulgur into fine strainer set over bowl. Reserve soaking liquid.

   Step 2

   Cook broccoli rabe in boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 2 minutes. Using tongs, transfer to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain; cut into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

   Step 3

   Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots; sauté until soft, about 2 minutes. Add walnuts; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add broccoli rabe and bulgur; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until heated, about 3 minutes. If dry, add reserved bulgur soaking liquid by tablespoonfuls. Stir in lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Toss in half of Parmesan. Pass remaining cheese separately.

   Step 4

   *Also called cracked wheat; available at supermarkets and natural foods stores.