Chopped Celery - Dried

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Celery doubles in volume when re-hydrated. It does not replace fresh celery in salads and uncooked foods. But, tossed into soups and stews, the flavor matches or beats fresh and it saves lots of time. Soak in equal amounts of hot water before adding it to casseroles with very little liquid or adjust the liquid to compensate for the absorption by the dehydrated celery. It works in stuffing as well. You can toss in a handful of dehydrated celery into any dish calling for fresh celery.

DRIED CELERY AU GRATIN
1 ½ c boiling water
1 ½ c dried celery
4 T butter
3 T unbleached all purpose flour
1 ¼ c milk
½ t sea salt
½ c cheese sauce powder

Pour boiling water over celery in a saucepan. Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes until tender. Drain, reserving liquid. In another pan, melt butter and stir in flour and blend well. Add cheese sauce powder and salt, and blend. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Arrange alternate layers of celery and cheese sauce in casserole. Top with cheese sauce. Bake at 350ºF oven for 20 minutes til lightly browned. Serves 6.

SKU	FW0762
Weight	1.5 lb
Qty	Not available in the current price set.