FENNEL AU GRATIN

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Here's a lovely variation on traditional potatoes au gratin. Rich and buttery, this baked side dish has just the right amount of fennel flavor. -Sue Kauffman, Columbia City, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large fennel bulbs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add fennel; cover and cook for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and pat dry; place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Gruyere cheese. Pour over fennel and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese., Cover and bake at 375° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Md Awoul
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The fennel was roasted perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Mentsnot Memiru
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This dish was delicious! The fennel was tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I will definitely be making this again.


darrell yount
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fennel au gratin turned out perfectly. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted asparagus and it was a delicious meal.


Adriana Clark
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra spices next time.


dobuol abraham
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The fennel was roasted to perfection and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes and it was a delicious


Ahmed Rassam
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. The fennel was roasted to perfection and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


Paul Robbins
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fennel au gratin turned out perfectly. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I served it with a salad and it was a delicious meal.


Zilpa Chand
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This recipe was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but otherwise it was good. The fennel was roasted well and had a nice flavor.


Nabin Thakur
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the fennel au gratin. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Faizullah Mallah
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The fennel was roasted perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I served it with grilled salmon and it was a perfect meal.


husnain abbasi abbasi
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This dish was delicious! The fennel was tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and rich. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect meal.


SK. MONE khan Des
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I've never been a big fan of fennel, but this recipe changed my mind. The fennel was roasted to perfection and had a slightly sweet flavor that paired well with the sharp cheddar cheese. I'll definitely be making this again.


Delin “Delin” Jep
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This fennel au gratin was a hit! The fennel was perfectly tender and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was rich and creamy. I served it as a side dish for a roasted chicken dinner, and it was the perfect accompaniment.