BAKED FENNEL

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This is a light, tasty way to cook fennel. It is tender, with a crunchy outer texture and just a hint of the fennel flavor. This is a great vegetable side dish with grilled or roasted meats.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large fennel bulbs
2 cups milk
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Clean the fennel, removing the upper fronds, and slice lengthwise into 1/2 inch slices.
  • Set the feathery leaves aside to garnish the completed dish.
  • Place in a saucepan and cover with milk.
  • Simmer for about 10 minutes or until the fennel can be easily pierced with a fork.
  • Remove the fennel and pat dry.
  • Layer in a baking dish, drizzle with two tablespoons of the oil and add salt and pepper.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes.
  • Mix the remaining oil with the cheese and breadcrumbs, and sprinkle over the dish and continue baking until golden brown.
  • This dish is great hot or at room temperature.
  • Use the discarded feathery fronds to garnish, and serve.

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