Baked Fennel With Sage

This is a very simple recipe, but delicious.  The combination of sage and fresh fennel is a classic.

Baked Fennel With Sage

* 1 lg. bulb fresh fennel, sliced

* 2 Tbsp. European unsalted butter

* 2-3 tsp powdered sage

* salt to taste

* ground black pepper

- Place all the ingredients into a baking dish, with 1/2 cup water (approx.), mix well

- Cook covered in a 400F oven until tender

- Taste for spices and if added, cook for another 10 minutes

- Serve