Spaghetti with Squid and Broccoli Rabe

Method

1. Clean the broccoli rabe: remove the tough stems, make a cross in the thicker ones.
2. Clean the squid: remove the head, internal cartilage, ink sac, beak and eyes; rinse well.
3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
4. Blanch the broccoli rabe in the boiling water for a few minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
5. In the same water, cook the spaghetti until al dente.
6. Meanwhile, in a large pan, heat olive oil and add whole garlic cloves and a dried chili pepper; let them flavor the oil.
7. Add the cleaned squid to the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes. Deglaze with a splash of white wine.
8. Add the blanched broccoli rabe to the pan and toss to combine.
9. When pasta is al dente, transfer it directly to the pan with a small amount of pasta cooking water.
10. Stir vigorously over low heat to emulsify the sauce. Remove from heat.
11. Sprinkle with grated Pecorino Romano and serve immediately.