Grilled Fennel
Courtesy of Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board 6 Servings • 5 Min. Prep Time • 8 Min. Cook Time • American Grana, Asiago, Parmesan or Romano cheeses.| Ingredients |
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| 2 bulbs fennel, fronds removed, sliced into 1/3 in. thick slices |
| 2 Tbsp. olive oil |
| salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste |
| 1/4 c. white truffle oil |
Directions:
1. Heat grill to high. Brush the fennel with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium and grill fennel slices for
about 4 min. per side or until slightly charred and softened.
2. Place fennel on a platter and drizzle with white truffle oil. If desired,season with additional salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature with cheese.
(American Grana, Asiago, Parmesan, Pepato or Romano)
Note: When grilled, the anise-flavored fennel caramelizes while maintaining a crisp-tender texture. With a drizzle of truffle oil, this savory pairing is meaty, crunchy and decadent.
