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Ingredients:
- 8 oz (about 230g) pasta of your choice (linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti work well)
- 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or fennel fronds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until it's al dente. Drain and set it aside.
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Sauté Fennel and Onion:
- In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced fennel. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the fennel starts to caramelize.
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Add Garlic:
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant.
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Creamy Sauce:
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for a couple of minutes to thicken slightly.
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Add Parmesan and Lemon Zest:
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest. Mix well until the cheese is fully incorporated into the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Combine with Pasta:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the fennel and creamy sauce. Toss everything together to combine.
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Garnish:
- Garnish with fresh parsley or fennel fronds if desired.
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Serve Hot:
- Serve the Pasta with Fennel hot as a unique and flavorful dish.
Pasta with fennel offers a lovely blend of flavors with a touch of anise from the fennel, the creaminess of the sauce, and the brightness of lemon zest. Enjoy this delicious and aromatic pasta dish!