Fennel in Sherry

Directions

1. 1
   trim fennel and cut in half lengthwise.
2. 2
   arrange close together in a large pan, season and add the butter in knobs.
3. 3
   just cover with water and cook covered over gentle heat for 30 mins.
4. 4
   remove fennel to warmed serving dish and put to one side.
5. 5
   reduce the cooking liquid, pour in the sherry and deglaze the pan by vigorously scraping with the back of a fork.
6. 6
   mix in the creme fraiche, let the sauce bubble up twice and pour over the fennel.
7. 7
   serve at once.