Baked Celery

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
2. 2
   Separate celery into stalks, remove leaves (save for soup) and trim, wash well and cut into pieces about 3/4-inch thick.
3. 3
   Place celery in an ungreased casserole dish.
4. 4
   Dice bacon; add bacon and sliced onion to casserole, atop the celery.
5. 5
   Sprinkle all with fresh parsley.
6. 6
   Combine stock and water (or just use all stock) and pour over dish; don't stir.
7. 7
   Dot casserole with small bits of butter.
8. 8
   Cover dish and bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until celery is cooked but not mushy.