Roasted Fennel With Parmesan – Giada De Laurentiis

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3

Roasted Fennel with Parmesan - A Delicious Side Dish

Roasted Fennel With Parmesan – Giada De Laurentiis

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

230

Sugar

Fat

21g

Roasted Fennel with Parmesan is a simple and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion, whether it be a casual family dinner or an elegant dinner party. The dish combines the natural sweetness and delicate flavor of roasted fennel with the nutty richness of Parmesan cheese, creating a savory and satisfying accompaniment to any meal. This dish is easy to customize, and can be made with a variety of different herbs and seasonings to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Cut off the stems and feathery fronds from the fennel bulbs. Reserve some fronds for garnish.
3.	Cut the bulbs in half lengthwise and remove the tough core from each half. Cut each half into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices.
4.	Spread the sliced fennel in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5.	Toss to coat the fennel slices evenly with oil and seasoning.
6.	Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the fennel is tender and lightly browned.
7.	Sprinkle the freshly shredded Parmesan cheese over the roasted fennel and return to the oven for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
8.	Garnish with chopped fennel fronds and serve hot.

PROS

Roasting the fennel concentrates its delicate licorice flavor and brings out its natural sweetness.

The addition of Parmesan cheese adds a nutty richness to the dish.

This side dish is quick and easy to make, and complements a wide variety of main courses.

CONS

While fennel has many health benefits, some may not enjoy its licorice-like taste.

The recipe calls for a significant amount of Parmesan cheese, making it high in fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fennel is high in fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and other essential nutrients.
It has been shown to aid in digestion, reduce inflammation, and even improve eye health.
Parmesan cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which supports bone health and development.

	4 fresh bulbs of fennel
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	fresh ground black pepper , to taste
	1/3 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
	4 tablespoons olive oil