This deliciously creamy fennelgratin is topped with a crunchy gruyere crumb and is the perfect accompaniment to any Easter meal.
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Yields:
6 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Cal/Serv:
120
Ingredients
800g
fennel bulbs
2Tbsp.
olive oil
40g
fresh breadcrumbs
40g
Gruyère, finely grated
300ml
chicken stock
3Tbsp.
half fat crème fraîche
Directions
Step 1Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6. Cut fennel into slim wedges (no more than 1.5cm at their thickest), removing any tough central core. Heat 1½tbsp oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat and fry fennel, until golden and softening, about 10min.
Step 2Meanwhile, mix breadcrumbs, Gruyère, remaining oil and some seasoning in a small bowl; set aside.
Step 3Arrange fennel in a large ovenproof serving dish. Return pan to the heat, add stock and crème fraîche, whisking to combine. Bring to a simmer, season and pour over the fennel. Cover dish with foil.
Step 4Cook in oven for 45min until fennel is tender, removing foil and topping with the crumb for the final 15min. Serve.
Get ahead
Prepare to end of step 3 up to 2hr ahead. Cover and set aside, together with the crumb (covered). To serve, complete recipe.
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