Braised Celery

Ingredients and Weight:

• Celery, 2 lbs (1 kg)
• Onion, 1 large (100 g)
• Garlic, 4 cloves (8 g)
• Chicken broth, 4 cups (1 liter)
• White wine, 1/2 cup (120 ml)
• Thyme, 1 tsp (2 g)
• Bay leaf, 2 (2 g)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 2-3 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Trim the celery stalks and cut them into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces.
2. Peel the onion and cut it into thin slices.
3. Mince the garlic.
4. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
5. Add the celery, onion, and garlic, and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and white wine.
7. Add the thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to taste.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the celery is tender.
9. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 100
• Fat: 2 g
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbohydrates: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Tender and aromatic celery
• Can be served as a side dish or main course

User Comments:

• "This braised celery is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this vegetable. The tender celery is full of flavor and the broth is so satisfying."
• "I love the way the thyme and bay leaves add an extra layer of flavor to this dish. It's a perfect side dish for any meal."
• "I'm not a big fan of celery, but I really enjoyed this dish. The celery was tender and flavorful, and the broth was amazing."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute it with vegetable broth.
• To make a vegetarian version of this dish, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
• Serve with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes to soak up the flavorful broth.