Keto Braised Celery

Creamy Keto Braised Celery – Triple It For the Holidays

Creamy Keto Braised Celery is a delicious side dish for any meal. It can easily be doubled or tripled for holidays or other parties.

In addition to high doses of vitamin K, folate, fiber, potassium, and B and C vitamins, celery boasts an abundance of antioxidants that protect against unwanted oxidative damage to our cells, blood vessels, and organ systems.

Creamy Keto Braised Celery Ingredients

  • 1 bunch celery
  • 1/2 yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (chives, rosemary, basil, oregano, etc.)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cut celery into 2-inch pieces. Finely chop onions.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute celery and onions until softened, 7-10 minutes.
  3. Add red pepper flakes and cook 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken broth and reduce heat. Simmer until celery is tender, 20-25 minutes.
  5. While celery is cooking, combine butter and flour into a paste.
  6. When celery is tender, whisk in the butter mixture until dissolved. Stir in cream and herbs. Cook until thickened, 1-2 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve.

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Audrey Humaciu is an avid "maker" that believes homemade is better. Check out her blog, That Recipe, and rediscover the simple pleasures of cooking and eating real foods that nourish your body, mind, and spirit. She'll show you how easy it can be.

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