Baked Fennel with Parmesan and Thyme

By Jillh929

Ingredients

• 3 fennel bulbs, trimmed and split lengthwise
• 1 Tbsp softened butter
• 1/3 cup grated parmesan
• 4 sprigs thyme

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450. Boil fennel bulbs until tender, about 15 mins. Drain fennel, cute side down, on paper towels, 5 minutes. Place fennel, cut side up, in a buttered 8-inch square baking dish and brush with softened butter. Season with salt and pepper and top with parmesan cheese and thyme. Bake until cheese is golden brown, about 20 mins.