Finocchi Arrostiti E Grana Padano

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Melt-in-your-mouth roasted fennel with grana padano cheese

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 medium fennel bulbs , trimmed but leaving the root end intact
	4 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into small pieces
	1 shallot , thinly sliced
	1 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley , minced
	1/4 teaspoon sea salt
	1 1/2 ounces grana padano or 1 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese , coarsely grated ( 1/2 cup )
	fresh parsley , grated for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

163

Sugar

Fat

13g

Finocchi Arrostiti E Grana Padano is a simple roasted fennel dish that originates from Italy. This dish is a wonderful way to elevate the flavor of fennel with minimal effort. The dish beautifully balances sweet and salty flavors, making it a great side dish to complement any main course. It is important to note that fennel is high in fiber and low in calories, making it ideal for those wanting to maintain a healthy diet. Grana padano cheese is the perfect cheese to pair with roasted fennel. It adds depth, complexity, and saltiness to the dish. This classic Italian cheese is similar to Parmigiano-Reggiano in taste and texture but is made in a slightly different way.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Using a sharp knife, cut each fennel bulb into quarters and remove the core. Cut the quarters in half.
3.	Arrange the fennel in a single layer in an ovenproof dish.
4.	Scatter the shallot slices and butter pieces evenly over the top of the fennel.
5.	Sprinkle with sea salt and fresh parsley.
6.	Roast for 35-45 minutes, or until the fennel is tender and golden brown.
7.	Remove from the oven and top with grated grana padano cheese and additional fresh parsley.

PROS

Roasting fennel brings out its natural sweetness and enhances its unique flavor profile.

Using grana padano cheese adds a nutty and salty taste to complement the mild sweetness of the roasted fennel.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the licorice-like taste of fennel.

The dish may not be as flavorful without the addition of the grated cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fennel is a low-calorie and fiber-rich vegetable high in nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants.
It is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce inflammation and improve overall health.