Simmered Celery A La Francaise Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexHealthy
CuisineCourse
MethodInterest Group

Ingredients

 Celery stalks6
 Milk1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Potato water125 Milliliter
 Butter30 Milliliter
 Grated cheese60 Milliliter
 Salt To Taste
 Pepper To Taste

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 649 Calories from Fat 435

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 49 g75.8%

Saturated Fat 30.1 g150.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 139.9 mg46.6%

Sodium 1599.6 mg66.6%

Total Carbohydrates 23 g7.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.9 g15.5%

Sugars 16.9 g

Protein 32 g64.6%

Vitamin A 46.5% Vitamin C 12.4%

Calcium 102.4% Iron 6.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Place the prepared celery in a bowl, cover with milk.
Let stand 40 minutes.
This step can be omitted, but some of the texture and flavor will not be as delicate.
After 40 minutes, drain the milk from the celery.
Use it to make white sauce or add to soup.
It will keep 3 to 4 days refrigerated, covered.
Pour the potato water over the celery, add the butter.
Cover and microwave 15 minutes at HIGH.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve.
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