Braised Fennel

By krystallondon

Ingredients

• 2 bulbs fresh fennel (anise) trimmed and cut into 8 wedges each
• 1 leek, white part only, halved lengthwise, rinsed and then cut again lengthwise into 8 pieces
• 4 stems fresh thyme, leaves pulled and roughly chopped, stems reserved
• 1/2 cup Compliments Chicken Broth, 30% Less Sodium
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Place fennel and leeks in a single layer in a 13 x 9 in. (3 L) baking dish. Place thyme stems overtop, combine broth and lemon juice and pour over vegetables.

2. Cover with lid or foil and braise in the oven for 45 min. When the fennel is tender remove from oven, remove thyme stems and top with fresh thyme leaves before serving.

Nutrients per Serving:
Energy:25 Calories
Protein:1 g
Carbohydrates:6 g
Sodium:70 mg
Fibre:2 g