Try this Fennel Parmigiana recipe, an Italian comfort food classic!

Parmigiana di finocchi

Fennel Parmigiana is a delicious Italian recipe that will captivate you at first bite. This easy and mouthwatering baked dish is perfect as a rich side or an alternative main course. Thinly sliced fennel becomes tender and flavorful, while the melted provola cheese makes it truly irresistible. The golden gratin topping is mouthwatering just to look at! With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you’ll bring a genuine yet tasty dish to your table. If you’re a fan of eggplant parmigiana, you’ll love fennel parmigiana: same comforting spirit, more delicate and surprising.

Other Parmigianas to Try

• Winter Vegetable Parmigiana
• Cardoon Parmigiana
• White Vegetable and Parmesan Parmigiana
• Pumpkin Parmigiana

Ingredients

• Fennel – 3 medium bulbs
• Provola cheese – 200g (7 oz)
• Breadcrumbs – 100g (3.5 oz)
• Grated Parmesan cheese – 50g (1.75 oz)
• Olive oil – 3 tablespoons
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Clean the fennel bulbs and slice them thinly.
3. In a baking dish, layer the fennel slices, followed by slices of provola cheese.
4. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the top.
6. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of breadcrumbs and cheese.
7. Bake for about 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Total Time

Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 30 min | Total Time: 45 min

Cuisine

Italian