Penne with fennel, parmesan & basil recipe - Recipes - BBC Good Food

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a wide, shallow pan. Add the garlic and chilli and cook for a minute, then add the fennel and gently cook for 10 minutes until it is soft and slightly golden.

Cook the penne following the packet instructions, drain but reserve some of the cooking water.

Tip the pasta into the fennel pan with 2-3 tbsp cooking water and stir well. Season and serve sprinkled with shredded basil and cheese.