Roasted Fennel, Carrots and Parsnips
Makes 4 servings
2
fennel bulbs, quartered
3
medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1
large parsnip, cut into 1-inch pieces
1
garlic clove, smashed
3
tablespoons olive oil
1
teaspoon fresh thyme
½
teaspoon kosher salt
¼
teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
pinch ground cinnamon
1. Preheat the Cuisinart
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Convection Toaster Oven Broiler to 450°F
on Bake/Pizza.
2. Place vegetables in a medium to large mixing bowl and toss with
the remaining ingredients.
3. Arrange the vegetables in the baking pan lined with aluminum foil.
Carefully slide the pan into the upper position and bake in preheated
oven for 45 minutes, tossing every 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutritional information per serving (½ cup):
Calories 170 (54% from fat) • carb. 18g • pro. 2g • fat 11g
• sat. fat 2g • chol. 0mg • sod. 360mg
• calc. 85mg • fiber 6g
Broccoli and Cauliflower Gratin
Makes 8 servings
nonstick cooking spray
1½
pounds broccoli florets
1
pound cauliflower florets
1½
teaspoons olive oil
1
garlic clove, finely chopped
½
medium onion, finely chopped
½
teaspoon kosher salt
¾
teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2
cups shredded Cheddar, divided
¾
cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided
¼
cup grated Parmesan, divided
1. Lightly and evenly coat a 9-inch square pan with nonstick cooking
spray; reserve.
2. In a large stockpot, bring salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and
cauliflower and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until bright and just tender.
Immediately put vegetables into a large bowl of ice water. Once cooled,
drain and reserve.
3. Heat the oil in a medium skillet set over medium-low heat. Once hot
and shimmering, add the garlic and onion and cook 2 to 3 minutes,
or until slightly softened.
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4. Preheat the Cuisinart
Convection Toaster Oven Broiler to 400°F
on Bake/Pizza with the rack in the lower position.
5. Add the blanched vegetables, the garlic and onion, salt, pepper, half of
the Cheddar and half of the breadcrumbs to a large mixing bowl. Stir to
completely combine. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and then top
with the reserved Cheddar and breadcrumbs and the Parmesan. Bake
15 minutes, or until the cheeses begin to brown.
6. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving:
Calories 190 (49% from fat) • carb.13g • pro.12g • fat 11g
• sat. fat 6g • chol. 30mg • sod. 280mg
• calc. 284mg • fiber 2g
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