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Celery Gratin ~ Fresh celery smothered in a creamy sauce, topped with crispy breadcrumbs, and baked until golden brown and bubbly on top.

Celery Gratin

Fresh celery smothered in a creamy sauce, topped with crispy breadcrumbs, and baked until golden brown and bubbly on top.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: casserole, dairy free, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup vegan heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon vegan Parmesan cheese grated and divided
  • 3/4 pound celery cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the butter. When the butter is melted, add the flour and whisk until smooth.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the heavy cream, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and ground black pepper.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste then add the celery and gently stir to coat thoroughly. Transfer to a greased 1-quart baking dish.
  • Cover and bake for 20 minutes. While the celery is baking, use a microwave to melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a small bowl. Add the breadcrumbs, remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan, and parsley; stir to combine.
  • Remove cover and sprinkle with breadcrumb mixture. Return to the oven and continue baking, uncovered for 10 minutes, until golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
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