Braised Fennel

Ingredients

• 12 heats fennel bulb, cut in quarters
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 cloves garlic, lightly crushed
• salt and pepper
• 2 cups white wine or chicken stock

Method

• Place olive oil in heated saute pan. Add fennel, season with salt and pepper, and sear to caramelize until golden. Add garlic about 1/2 way through the searing process.
• Add wine or chicken stock and cover to braise fennel until tender about 20-30 minutes. Check periodically to see if more liquid is required. Taste for seasoning and serve as a side dish.

Notes

• Description:
• "Fennel is commonly used all over Italy. This preparation brings out
• its natural and delicious sweetness."
• SERVINGS: 12
• SOURCE: Char Zyskowski