Braised celery with herbs

The classic snacking and salad vegetable, served as a delicious cooked side dish!

Ingredients:

1 small bunch celery, to yield at least
4 1/2 cups sliced
2 1/2 cups reduced-sodium canned
chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 Tbsp. chopped parsley
2 tsp. dried leaf thyme, crushed
1 tsp. dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. butter, for garnish
2 tsp. chopped herbs, for garnish

Instructions:

Cut celery stalks into diagonal slices about 1/4 inch wide. In large saucepan, bring chicken broth to full boil over HIGH heat, adding chopped onion with herbs and seasonings. Add sliced celery and return broth to simmer. Reduce heat and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until barely tender. Do not allow to lose full crispness. Drain immediately and place in a serving bowl. Toss with butter and additional herbs. Serve hot.

Nutritional Information:

Serves 6: Each 1/2 cup serving provides 33 calories, 0.5 g total fat, 0.3 grams saturated fat, 1 mg cholesterol, 2 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates, 2 g dietary fiber and 401 mg sodium.


Source: Produce for Better Health Foundation