Fennel
Seed
Fennel is a member
of the parsley family that provides an authentic Italian flavor to many dishes.
The brownish seeds have an anice-like flavor, but more aromatic, sweet and
less pungent than anise. It is the distinctive flavor in Italian Sausage.
Toasting the seeds in a hot skillet accentuates their flavor.
Fennel seeds go well with fish, meatballs or meat loaf and especially tomato
dishes and pasta sauces.
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Toast
Fennel seeds in a dry heavy skillet.
Add several tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and . . .
—sliced peppers, onion, and sausage for a quick pasta sauce.
—minced garlic. Saute a minute or two and add fresh basil and crushed
...green peppercorns.
—minced garlic, 2 cups stewed tomotoes, teasp. Italian Basil Seasoning (or fresh
...basil). Simmer.
