Ingredients

serves 6

　　3 fennel bulbs, trimmed and split lengthwise

　　1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for dish

　　Coarse salt and ground pepper

　　1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

　　4 sprigs thyme

　　

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, and cook fennel until tender, about 15 minutes. Transfer fennel, cut side down, to paper towels and let drain 5 minutes.

　　

Step 2

Place fennel, cut side up, in a buttered 8-inch square baking dish and brush with 1 tablespoon butter. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan and thyme. Bake until cheese is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Serve warm.

　　

nutrition information

Step 3

(Per Serving)

　　

Step 4

Calories: 89

　　

Step 5

Fat: 5.3g (3.2g Saturated Fat)

　　

Step 6

Protein: 3.2g

　　

Step 7

Carbohydrates: 8.8g

　　

Step 8

Fiber: 3.7g

　　Everyday Food: Light