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Middle Eastern Carrot Fennel Slaw

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Recipe courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 large or 2 small bulbs fennel, trimmed and thinly sliced 4 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) 3/4 teaspoon ground dried coriander 1/4 teaspoon salt PREPARATION Toss sliced carrots and fennel. In a separate bowl, mix [...]

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Potato-Fennel Gratin

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Recipe by The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2–3 cups potatoes, thinly sliced, about 1/8-inch thick (peels are optional) 1 large or 2 small fennel bulbs 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup grated Gruyère, Cheddar, or Parmesan cheese 1 cup cream, half and half, or milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper A [...]

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Chickpea Salad with Grapefruit and Fennel

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 3 cups cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans), canned or fresh 1 grapefruit, supremed (see Cook’s note) 1/2 cup basil, chiffoned 1 fennel bulb, sliced (see Cook’s note) 1/3 cup shallot, minced Dressing: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt Freshly ground pepper to taste [...]

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Fennel Citrus Salad

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Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 bunch of baby fennel bulbs, trimmed, some fronds reserved 2 navel oranges or tangelos peeled and sliced in rounds 1/2 lb spinach or salad greens, rinsed & stemmed 3 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar PREPARATION Combine greens, fennel and citrus in a salad bowl. Distribute [...]

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Celery Root Salad

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Recipe by Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 cup celery root, peeled and cut in 1-inch dice 1 cup potato, sweet potato (peeled), and/or fennel bulb, cut into 1-inch dice 1 [...]

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Easy Sautéed Fennel

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 1 fennel bulb 1–2 tablespoons finely diced onion or shallot 1/4 cup garlic scapes, cut into 1-inch strips; or 1 clove garlic, very thinly sliced or finely chopped 1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon balsamic or red wine vinegar (optional) PREPARATION Trim the [...]

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Fennel Potato Salad

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup fennel bulb, sliced across about 1/4-inch thick 1/4 cup onion (red, yellow, or white), finely diced 1 clove garlic, finely minced (optional) 1/4 cup olive oil 2–3 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar 1 tablespoon [...]

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Zucchini (Summer Squash) Pancakes

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 cups coarsely grated zucchini (or other summer squash) 2 tablespoons very finely chopped onion 1 or 2 cloves finely minced garlic 1–2 tablespoons fresh dill, basil, fennel frond, or parsley, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/4–1/2 cup flour (white whole [...]

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Anthony’s Fennel Slaw

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Recipe Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 bunch fennel, grated (optional: add grated carrots) 1 meyer lemon, juiced pecorino romano cheese, grated salt & pepper PREPARATION Cut-off fennel tops and grate the bulbous base. A box grater works well, as does a food processor. Place in mixing bowl. Add juice of 1/2 Meyer [...]

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Festive Cabbage Salad With Carrots & Fennel

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Courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 head cabbage (green or red), cored & shredded 3-6 carrots (depending on size), grated 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced or grated 1/2 cup walnuts (optional) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste PREPARATION If using walnuts, toast over medium-high [...]

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Baked Apples with Fennel

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Adapted from foodnetwork.com INGREDIENTS 4 cored apples 1 onion 1 quartered fennel bulb 4 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon fennel seeds 2 teaspoons sugar Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Mix 4 tablespoons softened butter with 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, 2 teaspoons sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Use some of the mixture to grease [...]

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Sautéed Apple, Kale, and Fennel

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Adapted from epicurious.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch kale, tough stems and ribs removed, coarsely chopped 1 apple, quartered, cored, and cut in 1/4-inch-thick wedges 1 bulb fennel, shaved or very thinly sliced 1 medium onion, cut in half and into 1/4-inch wedges 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 cup water PREPARATION Heat oil [...]

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Orange, Fennel, and Kale Salad

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Adapted from rawfoodrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 1 medium bunch kale 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon fresh orange zest 1 large or 2 small fennel bulbs, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon fennel leaves, chopped Pinch nutmeg 1 orange, peeled, seeded, and chopped 8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 3/4 teaspoon sea salt Sesame [...]

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Watercress, Orange, and Fennel Salad

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Adapted from The Essential New York Times Cookbook by asweetspoonful.com INGREDIENTS 1 bunch watercress 1 fennel bulb 2 navel oranges (reserve one to juice for the dressing) 1 tablespoon walnut oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped PREPARATION Wash the watercress well and cut off the stems. Place leaves in [...]

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Anthony’s Fennel Slaw

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Recipe courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 bunch fennel, grated (optional: add grated carrots) 1 Meyer lemon, juiced Pecorino Romano cheese, grated Salt & pepper PREPARATION Cut-off fennel tops and grate the bulbouse base. Box grater works well as does a food processor. Place in mixing bowl. Add juice of 1/2 Meyer lemon, a handful of [...]

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Fennel and Orange Salad

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 fennel bulbs, very thinly sliced crosswise 2 oranges, zested, peeled, and segmented (segment over a bowl and reserve the juice as well as the zest for the dressing) 12 black olives, pitted and cut in half 2 cups arugula or other bitter greens Dressing: Reserved orange juice Sherry [...]

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Baked Apples with Fennel

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Adapted from foodnetwork.com INGREDIENTS 4 cored apples 1 onion 1 quartered fennel bulb 4 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon fennel seed 2 teaspoons sugar Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION Mix 4 tablespoons softened butter with 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, 2 teaspoons sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Use some of the mixture to grease [...]

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Fennel

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In 450 B.C., legend has it that Pheidippides ran from Marathon (Greek for “place of fennel”) to Athens to relay the message that the Persians had been defeated. Fennel remains a symbol of strength. All parts of this flavorful herb are good to eat. The bulb is crunchy like celery and has a slight anise-like, [...]

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Dill vs. Fennel

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By Heidi Lewis “Wave your fronds in the air, wave ’em like you just don’t care!” DJ Dillyweed and Sista Fenny Fennel face off in Battle of the Weeds. Yes, both of these flava-flavorful aromatics are vying for a spot in our West Coast TakeHome cases this week, but only one will be champion. Dill [...]

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Veggie Party: Fennel, Bok Choy, and Shallot

Adapted from Rancho la Puerta Cookbook INGREDIENTS 1 bulb fennel 1  1/2 teaspoons sesame oil 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 small dried hot chili pepper 1 shallot, finely diced 1 small head bok choy, chopped 1 star anise 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1/2 cup vegetable broth 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary 1 tablespoon soy sauce [...]

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Fennel, Pear, Grapefruit, and Pecan Salad

By Bridget Meigs INGREDIENTS Salad: 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed (optional: reserve a few furry leaves to add) 1 large ripe pear 1 grapefruit 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped Honey mustard dressing: 1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon runny honey 1/3 cup fresh grapefruit juice 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil [...]

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Simple Sautéed Fennel

Adapted from food.com INGREDIENTS 1 head fennel 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, sliced Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons water PREPARATION First, prepare the fennel by removing the fronds. Set these aside as they can be eaten raw, like celery, or used as aromatics in other dishes. Cut off the top and [...]

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Late Summer Salad

Recipe by Rebecca North, FruitGuys fruit buyer INGREDIENTS 1 cup Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed and cut into bite-size pieces 1/4 cup purple bell peppers, cored, seeded, and sliced 1/4 cup fennel, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup red onion, peeled and thinly sliced 1 cucumber, peeled and coarsely chopped 1 tomato, cored and cut into 1/4-inch pieces [...]

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Eggplant Caponata

Adapted from Amis Restaurant, Philadelphia Ingredients 1/2-cup canola oil plus 2 tablespoons 2 medium-sized eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 10 cups) 1/2 medium-sized fennel bulb, diced 1/4 medium-sized red onion, diced (about ½ cup) 1 small garlic clove, peeled and minced 1/4-cup fresh tomatillos (diced and cooked) or canned diced tomatoes 2 [...]

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Couscous with Fennel, Summer Squash, Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Pea Tendrils

Adapted from Bon Appétit Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 tablespoons butter 1 large fresh fennel bulb, base removed and cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 2 cups) 2 small summer squash, cut in half lengthwise and thinly sliced 1/2 pint of cherry tomatoes, cut in half 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock 1 cup water 2 [...]

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Baby Fennel and Yams Roasted with Rosemary and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Adapted from Bon Appétit INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon olive oil, to oil 9×9” roasting pan 2 to 3 yams, unpeeled, scrubbed, cut into 1 inch pieces 2 to 3 baby fennel bulbs, base removed and thinly sliced lengthwise 1 head spring garlic, greens minced, cloves peeled & quartered 1 onion, peeled, cut in half and thinly [...]

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Fennel, Greens and Pinto Beans

Adapted from Bon Appétit INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 1 stalk celery, ends removed and finely chopped 2 cups chopped fresh fennel 2 zucchini, halved lengthwise, and thinly sliced 2 teaspoons cumin 1 tablespoon red wine 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves coarsely chopped 2 cups cooked pinto [...]

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Roasted Fennel and Red Potatoes with Rosemary

Adapted from Gourmet INGREDIENTS 4 to 5 medium red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1 medium fennel bulb, stalks discarded and bulb cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 2 stems of rosemary, strip leaves from stems and set aside; discard stems 3/4 teaspoon salt [...]

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Roasted Fennel, Romanesco Broccoli, Purple Carrots, & Brussels Sprouts

Adapted  from Gourmet INGREDIENTS 4  carrots (purple or orange  will both work well),  peeled, quartered lengthwise,  and cut into 2  inch sticks 1  medium fennel bulb,  stalks discarded and  bulbs cut into 1/2-inch-thick  wedges and then sliced  thinly crosswise 1  head of Romanesco broccoli,  base removed and cut  into 1 inch chunks 1  cup Brussels sprouts, [...]

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Fennel, Red Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

Adapted from Gourmet NOTE: Fennel has a mild licorice flavor. If you do not enjoy fennel, simply make this recipe without the fennel seeds, anise seeds and the fennel bulb. INGREDIENTS For dressing: 1 Tablespoon fennel seeds 1 Tablespoon anise seeds 1/3 cup olive ¼ cup red-wine vinegar ¾ teaspoon salt 1 Tablespoon brown sugar [...]

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