Fennel and Roasted Garlic Au Gratin
Whether you are looking for a side dish for the next holiday, or a creamy comfort food to make ahead, this is sure to be a next favorite!
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Kitchen knife
- Small mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 large Fennel Bulb keep some greens for garnish
- 1 medium Onion
- 4 cloves Garlic Cloves (unpeeled)
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- 1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1/2 cup Italian Blend Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350.
- In a baking dish, place wedges of fennel and onion (I cut each in about 8 pieces), along with garlic cloves, unpeeled.
- Toss in olive oil, salt and pepper and coat well. Bake for about 40 minutes, stirring halfway through, to gain a little caramelization.
- Remove and pick out the garlic cloves to cool.
- In a small bowl, squeeze the roasted garlic and add about half of the cream. Using a fork, mash to combine.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese on the fennel and onions and stir in. Pour garlic and cream over veggies. Add additional cream to fully cover the bottom of pan.
- Top with additional cheese and place back in the oven to cook until bubbly and browned on top, about 20 minutes.
- Remove and garnish with a few chopped fennel greens. Serve hot. Enjoy!