Fennel
Parsley, Fennel, and Celery Root Salad
Active time: 45 min Start to finish: 45 min
Chicken Tagine with Spring Vegetables
What to drink: Abarbanel 2001 Syrah, Vin de Pays de l'Aude, France (kosher) or Clos du Bois 1999 Reserve Shiraz, Alexander Valley.
Broiled Chicken with Thyme, Fennel and Peppers
Melted butter laced with thyme, fennel seeds and lemon peel is drizzled over the chicken for terrific flavor. The fennel bulbs and bell peppers, both of which are also broiled, add a lot of color and taste. Pour a Sauvignon Blanc to accompany this dish.
Shrimp and Fennel Risotto
This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Fennel-Scented Mashed Potatoes
Both fresh fennel and fennel seeds flavor this creamy mash of Yukon Golds. It can be made eight hours ahead and rewarmed.
Braised Lamb Shoulder with Thyme, Carrots, and Fennel
(Epaule d'Agneau Braisée au Thym, Sauté de Carottes et Fenouil)
Have a butcher cut the lamb shoulder-blade chops about two inches thick for this dish.
Hearts of Fennel with Lemon and Coriander
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Marinated Halibut on Radish Sprout and Fennel Salad
The agrodolce (tart-and-sweet) flavors of vinegar and raisins used in marinating the fish are typical of Jewish-Italian cooking.
Artichoke, Fennel, and Edamame Salad
Sliced raw fennel, roasted baby artichokes, and bright green edamame make one fabulous, Italian-inspired salad.