Baked Celery With Almonds Recipe

Name: Baked Celery With Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch celery; 2 cups boiling water; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 1/3 cups milk; 1/2 cup reserved pot liquor; 3 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds; 1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb; 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 bunch celery
2 cups boiling water
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/3 cups milk
1/2 cup reserved pot liquor
3 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds
1/4 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1 tablespoon butter, melted

1
Wash and cut the celery into 1/2-inch slices including some tender tops. You should have 5 cups of slices. In a large saucepan, simmer the celery in boiling salted water until tender. Drain in a colander *reserving* 1/2 cup of the pot liquor. Discard tops.
2
In the same saucepan, melt the butter; stir in flour, salt and pepper and blend well. Add, stirring, the milk and reserved pot liquor; cook until thickened. Remove from heat.
3
Stir in celery and half of the toasted almonds. Pour into a 1-quart baking dish. Casserole may be made ahead to this pooint; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
4
To finish the casserole: Top with remaining almonds. Combine bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over top of casserole. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Add ten or more minutes to the baking time if the casserole has been refrigerated.

1321

kcal

Calories

140

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch celery, 2 cups boiling water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Baked Celery With Almonds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Baked Celery With Almonds

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