Name: Rice with Fennel and Golden Raisins
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup); 1 large fennel bulb (stalks discarded), chopped (2 cups); 1/3 cup golden raisins; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, lightly crushed; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup medium- or long-grain white rice; 2 cups water

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Rice with Fennel and Golden RaisinsMikkel Vang

Fennel and raisins are a classic combination, and they come together here with rice to make a gratifying side dish. Dried fennel seeds help boost the fresh vegetable's delicate anise flavor, while plump golden raisins thread the rice with sweetness.

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