Wine Braised Fennel

A simple and delicious way to serve fennel. Its a perfect accompaiment to grilled chicken, salmon or any protein you you like. This quantity easily serves 4-6 as a side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 large fennel bulbs or 3 small bulbs
• 2 tablespoons e.v olive oil
• ½ cup dry white wine, I like Sauvignon Blanc
• 1 small clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• Sea Salt as needed
• freshly ground black pepper
• water or stock as needed

Instructions

1. Trim stalks rinse the fennel bulb and cut each bulb lengthwise into quarters, or halves or thinly sliced, save the green fennel fronds for garnish.
2. Heat a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the sliced fennel, garlic, thyme, and toss to coat with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Saute for 3-4 minutes till the fennel start to soften and caramelize. Add the wine and bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Braise for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fennel is tender. Serve garnished with chopped fronds.
4. OPTIONAL: Stir in a tablespoon butter for extra richness though I didn’t add any.