Braised Celery With Apple

Reducing the cooking liquid at the end produces a rich flavor profile.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1⁄2 cup onion, coarsely chopped
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 6  celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1  medium apple, cored and cut into bite-size pieces
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground sage
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

1. In a covered skillet over medium heat, saute onions and garlic in melted butter until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Add remaining ingredients and heat almost to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until celery is soft. Stir occasionally.
3. Uncover and heat to a fast boil. Stirring frequently, cook until remaining liquid is reduced to a thick syrup, about 5-10 minutes. Serve immediately.