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Spring Vegetables

CARAMELIZED FENNEL AND SAUSAGES

Makes 4 to 6 servings (photo on page 30)

Your favorite link sausage will work great in this recipe.

5 tablespoons olive oil
1 (20-ounce) package spicy Italian sausage links
5 medium fennel bulbs, quartered, fronds chopped and reserved
6 cloves garlic, smashed
¼ cup bourbon
2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

1. In a 12-inch cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook, turning occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and let drain on paper towels.

To pan,

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