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Parmesan fennel – Finocchi al parmigiano

How do you make fennel more interesting? Add parmesan! Serve it with chicken, fish or eggs for a complete meal.

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min

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$6-8 total*

2 people

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Ingredients

  • 80 ml (about 1/3 cup) whole milk 
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, more to taste

Preparation

Trim the base of the fennel bulbs, split into 4 parts lengthwise, and wash.

Boil the fennel bulbs in salted water until tender, for about 11-12 minutes.

Drain the fennel bulbs and place them in a skillet with the oil. Add salt and cook stirring for 1-2 minutes at medium-high heat.

Lower to medium heat and add the mix of milk and cornstarch. Cook stirring until the milk gets dense, for about 4-5 minutes.

Remove from heat and add the Parmesan cheese. Stir to coat the fennel.

Top with sprigs thyme and serve.

Tips & notes

  • To add a touch of crunchiness to this side dish, toast some breadcrumbs with some parmesan cheese for 4-5 minutes while the fennel bulbs are boiling. Top the fennel with the crunchy mix and serve immediately.

* Price range estimated from local markets and supermarkets (it can change according to season, location and product quality)

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