Creamy Celery Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 sleeve buttery crackers, crushed

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Cook until thickened and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
6. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
7. Spread cheese mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
8. Sprinkle crushed crackers evenly over the top.
9. Bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown.

Interesting Facts

• Celery is a good source of Vitamin K, which helps promote healthy bones and blood clotting.
• Celery is a member of the Apiaceae family, along with carrots, parsley, and parsnips.
• This dish is a great way to use up any leftover chicken broth or shredded cheese.