Name: Gratinated Fennel with Parmigiano Reggiano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 50gr Parmigiano Reggiano (shop here); 2 tbsp extra virgin Olive Oil (shop here); Salt and black pepper

Gratinated Fennel with Parmigiano Reggiano

Affetto Italiano

Servings

3

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Cuisine

Italian

Category

Lunch

Gratinated Fennel with Parmigiano Reggiano, known in Italy as Finocchi Gratinati con Parmigiano Reggiano, is a classic Italian side dish that transforms a humble vegetable into something rich and comforting. Lightly blanched fennel is baked with extra virgin olive oil and a generous layer of Parmigiano Reggiano until golden and tender. Simple, aromatic and full of authentic Italian flavour, this dish works beautifully as a light main or as an elegant accompaniment to meat or fish.

Ingredients

50gr Parmigiano Reggiano (shop here)
2 tbsp extra virgin Olive Oil (shop here)
Salt and black pepper

Directions

Preheat the oven to 190°C.
Trim the fennel and cut into wedges.
Blanch the fennel in salted boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain well.
Arrange in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
Sprinkle with Parmigiano Reggiano, salt and pepper.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and tender.
Serve warm as a light main or side dish.

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