Want a vegetable that adds depth of flavor to the dish you’re making? You can’t go wrong with fennel, a vegetable that’s also an herb—and that’s full of healthy properties. Fennel’s bulb has a distinctive fragrance that resembles anise or licorice (which is, admittedly, not everyone’s favorite), but when eaten raw, it has quite a sweet, mild flavor and fresh, crispy texture, which is why it works well when it’s shaved into salads. Cooking fennel brings out even more of its natural sweetness. It’s utterly delicious when braised, roasted, sautéed, or grilled.
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