Fennel Gratin

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the fennel for 5 minutes. Drain and toss with the salt and pepper, and spread in a buttered 6x10 inch gratin or casserole dish.
3. 3
   Pour in the cream, toss to coat, and then settle the fennel into an even layer. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove the foil, sprinkle the grated cheese over the to and place under the broiler until the cheese browns to a crisp coating, about 3 minutes.