Orange-Balsamic Caramelized Fennel |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This tasty side dish is perfect for busy cooks since it's mostly hands-free. The flavors pair well with roast pork or poultry. Ingredients:
4 (1-pound) fennel bulbs with stalks, trimmed |
cooking spray |
1 teaspoon sugar, divided |
1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth |
1/4 cup orange juice |
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar |
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed |
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt |
2 garlic cloves, sliced |
Directions:
1. Cut each fennel bulb in half through root end; cut each half into quarters to form 32 total pieces. Chop 1 tablespoon fronds; reserve.
2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Place 8 fennel pieces in a single layer in pan; sprinkle evenly with 1/2 teaspoon sugar. Cook 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove fennel from pan; recoat pan with cooking spray. Repeat procedure with remaining fennel and sugar.
3. Return fennel to pan. Stir in broth and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 38 minutes or until fennel is crisp-tender and liquid is almost evaporated, turning occasionally. Top with reserved fennel fronds.
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