Braised Celery

1. 1

   Neatly trim the bottom of each bunch of celery, making it clean and smooth.

2. 2

   Cut off the celery bunches about 4 inches from the bottom.

3. 3

   Save the leafy portion for other uses.

4. 4

   Using a swivel-bladed vegetable knife, scrape the outside stalks, rinse well and drain.

5. 5

   Boil enough water in a pan to cover the celery bases when they are added.

6. 6

   Add the celery and simmer 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Drain.

8. 8

   Heat the butter in a skillet large enough to hold the celery bunches compactly in one layer.

9. 9

   Sprinkle with onion and add the celery.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with salt and pepper and add the broth.

11. 11

    Bring to a boil and cover tightly.

12. 12

    Simmer until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

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