CELERY GRATIN

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This celery gratin was a dish our family came to love. My grandmother knew how to create a dish out of just a few simple ingredients. -David Ross, Spokane Valley, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, divided
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
8 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup chopped celery leaves
6 slices white bread, crusts removed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in milk and cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 3-4 minutes. Stir in cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg until combined. Stir in celery and leaves; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Tear bread into pieces and place in a food processor or blender. Cover and pulse until crumbs form. Transfer to a large bowl. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Drizzle over bread crumbs; toss to coat. Sprinkle over celery mixture., Bake until bubbly and topping is golden brown, 25-30 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with additional celery leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 27g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.