Celery Sauce
Creamy, velvety, and brimming with flavor, this homemade celery sauce is the perfect way to elevate your meals with its delicate balance of savory and creamy notes. Made with fresh celery, garlic, and onion, this recipe combines the classic technique of creating a roux with the richness of heavy cream to deliver a luxurious, smooth sauce. Ideal for drizzling over roasted chicken, fish, or steamed vegetables, this versatile recipe also doubles as a silky addition to pasta or mashed potatoes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and comforting addition to your recipe repertoire. Garnish with fresh parsley for an added touch of sophistication and vibrant color. Whether you're looking for a new way to highlight celery or simply need a unique, easy-to-make sauce, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large celery stalks
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 medium onion
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the celery stalks thoroughly and chop them into small, even pieces.
Mince the garlic and finely chop the onion for added flavor.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped celery, garlic, and onion to the pan. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.
Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a light roux.
Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable stock, ensuring no lumps form, and bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat slightly and let the mixture cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken.
Using an immersion blender (or transferring the mixture to a countertop blender), blend the sauce until smooth.
Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 2 more minutes to combine the flavors.
Adjust seasoning as needed, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2820 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 775 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
