Choking risk: low
Roast or braise until very soft. Anise flavor mellows significantly when cooked. Cut bulb into wedges, roasted soft. A distinctive early flavor experience.
Soft roasted fennel pieces as finger food. Add fronds as a herb flavoring.
Raw (sliced thin, licorice flavor), roasted, braised, in salads or soups.
Garden notes
Bold anise flavor. Can inhibit growth of nearby plants - check companion planting guides.
Direct sow in spring or fall - bolts in heat, best as a cool-season crop.
Harvest for baby
Roast or steam until completely soft. The mild anise flavor is generally well-received by babies.
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