Braised Celery

Directions

1. 1
   Neatly trim the bottom of each bunch of celery, making it clean and smooth.
2. 2
   Cut off the celery bunches about 4 inches from the bottom.
3. 3
   Save the leafy portion for other uses.
4. 4
   Using a swivel-bladed vegetable knife, scrape the outside stalks, rinse well and drain.
5. 5
   Boil enough water in a pan to cover the celery bases when they are added.
6. 6
   Add the celery and simmer 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Drain.
8. 8
   Heat the butter in a skillet large enough to hold the celery bunches compactly in one layer.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with onion and add the celery.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with salt and pepper and add the broth.
11. 11
    Bring to a boil and cover tightly.
12. 12
    Simmer until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.