Braised Fennel With Garlic Butter Recipe

1. 1

   Stir together butter and garlic, and set aside.

2. 2

   Rinse fennel bulbs thoroughly.

3. 3

   Trim and throw away bulb bases.

4. 4

   Trim stalks from bulbs; throw away hard outside stalks, and reserve leaves for another use.

5. 5

   Cut fennel bulbs lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

6. 6

   Cook bacon in a round braiser over medium-high heat till crisp; remove bacon, reserving drippings in skillet.

7. 7

   Crumble bacon.

8. 8

   Add in fennel slices to warm drippings in skillet, and cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, about 3 min.

9. 9

   Add in chicken broth and 1/2 c. water; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 min or possibly till tender.

11. 11

    Sprinkle with crumbled bacon, and serve with butter mix.

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    This recipe yields 6 servings.

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    Comments: Raw fennel in green salads adds texture and taste.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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