Braised Fennel and White Beans – Soil Born Farms

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium fennel bulb, trimmed, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 3 cups)
• 1 medium red onion, 1/4-inch-thick slices (about 2 cups)
• 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup vegetable to chicken stock
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
• Grated parmesan cheese (optional)