SCALLOPED CELERY

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A lot of celery is grown in this area, and this recipe is one of my favorites that features our "star crop". It's a very colorful dish and is perfect for get-togethers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups thinly sliced celery
6 tablespoons butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons diced pimientos
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup soft bread crumbs

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute celery in 4 tablespoons butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove celery with a slotted spoon and set aside., Stir flour and salt into skillet until smooth. Gradually add milk; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, green pepper, pimientos and cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Return celery to pan; stir to coat. , Pour into a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over the celery mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 626mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.