Italian Parmesan Baked Fennel Recipe

Italian Baked Fennel is a straightforward aspect dish, made with recent Italian parsley, Parmigiano cheese and a bit of Olive oil. So good and good for you!

Benefit of having a brother and sister in-law which have a big backyard,  they plant a lot that I’m fortunate to obtain a lot of recent produce. From zucchini to eggplant and naturally recent tomatoes.

This yr there was an over abundance of Fennel. We love this vegetable. Any and each method. I normally make a quick and simple Uncooked Fennel Salad, simply slice it up and toss with a bit of salt and olive oil, or add it to a inexperienced tossed salad.

Recipe Elements

• Fennel – 2-3, cleaned and thinly sliced
• Parmigiano – freshly grated parmigiano
• Breadcrumbs – or panko crumbs
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Oregano – floor oregano or you possibly can substitute with thyme, you should use both dried or recent herbs
• Parsley – recent Italian parsley also referred to as flat leaf parsley
• Additional Virgin Olive oil – good high quality olive oil

Further elements

When you favor you could possibly add some lemon zest or perhaps a drizzle of lemon juice, some chopped garlic

What’s genuine Parmigiano?

Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is genuine or DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta which implies Protected Designation of Origin), and Parmesan cheese is simply an imitation of Parmigiano Reggiano. Reggiano is at all times made in Italy, whereas Parmesan could be made anyplace, there are not any restrictions on utilizing the identify Parmesan. And don’t overlook a cheaper but in addition a DOP alternative is Parmigiano Grana Padano.

How you can make a Parmigiano Roasted Fennel Recipe

Clear the fennel bulbs by slicing off the stalks, then reduce the bulb in quarters. Take away the arduous core within the center, then reduce into thinnish slices. I used medium sized fennel and reduce every quarter in 4. When you favor you possibly can depart the items bigger by simply slicing the quarters in half.

In a small bowl combine collectively the parmesan, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and oregano.

Line the sliced fennel in a single layer within the parchment paper lined baking sheet and sprinkle with the parmesan combination. Drizzle with a tablespoon or two of olive oil and bake till the fennel is tender. Serve instantly.

Is Fennel good for you? It certain is.

• Due to it’s calcium content material, it helps to keep up bone power.
• Which imply additionally it is good in your pores and skin.
• It helps to decrease blood strain.
• It helps in digestion.
• It’s also a most cancers prevention veggie.
• And likewise helps lower the chance of Coronary heart Illness. So eat away!

What does Fennel style like?

Some individuals say it has a licorice style, I discover it has a slight licorice style however nothing over powering. Attempt to not use the tops in the event you don’t just like the licorice style. And baked, it’s out of this world, scrumptious.

How you can reduce Fennel?

1. Minimize off the stalks.
2. Minimize the bulb in half lengthwise, then reduce it in half once more.
3. Take away the arduous core within the center.
4. Slice the quarters as skinny or thick as you want.
5. Use instantly or refrigerate and use inside 2 days.

How you can retailer Leftover Baked Fennel

Retailer any leftovers in an hermetic container within the fridge. It should final for as much as 2-3 days. Re-heat in a microwave or within the oven.

Extra Straightforward Italian Vegetable Recipes

I’ve been making this Italian Parmigiano Baked Fennel Recipe so many occasions this yr. It has turn out to be one in all our favourite aspect dishes.I hope you take pleasure in it too! Buon Appetito!

Up to date from March 9, 2018.

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