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Celery

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Originating in the salt marshes of the Mediterranean Sea, celery perfected the art of drawing up and retaining water. That’s why its ribs are the backbone of cooked sauces, soups, and casseroles.  When cooked, celery punches up the flavor. It’s been said that you burn more calories eating celery than the celery itself contains. But [...]

Preparation Tips

Rinse celery ribs well under cold water, and trim off tops and bottoms. Some prefer to peel the large, thicker strings off, but some hold them in high regard. Don’t forget the quieter parts of the celery: the leaves add flavor to soups and salads, and the heart is delicious when braised.

Storage Tips

Freshly picked veggies always taste best eaten as soon as possible. According to Cook’s Illustrated magazine, the best storage method is to completely wrap celery in aluminum foil and refrigerate. It should last in the fridge for a few weeks.
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Broccoli Carrot Casserole

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Adapted from allrecipes.com INGREDIENTS 2 cups fresh broccoli florets 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced celery (optional 1 cup chopped onion 4 teaspoons butter 1  1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup chicken broth Salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION In a large skillet, sauté the carrots, celery, and onion in 3 teaspoons butter [...]

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Celery Root (Celeriac)

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Celery root, or celeriac, is prized for its delicate flavor, not its looks. It’s a very versatile and edible root. Sliced, julienned, or grated then blanched, reveals what Chef John Ash calls ‘the quintessential winter vegetable.’ Celery root is excellent when pureed in soups. Or simply broil with a little olive oil and salt, and other [...]

Preparation Tips

Use a good quality, small, sharp paring knife to peel. Once peeled it will slowly oxidize, turning brown. If it needs to sit longer than 15 minutes, just drop it in a bowl of water with a splash of lemon to keep it looking fresh. The leaves are also a tasty addition to soups or stock since they have a super-celery flavor.

Storage Tips

If kept cold and dry in the refrigerator, celery root can last several weeks. Keep checking for any soft spots.
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Apple Root-Veggie Salad

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Recipe by Rebecca Dienner for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 apples, sliced into bite-sized pieces (peels optional) 1 cup potatoes, thinly sliced into bite-sized chunks about 1/4-inch thick 1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal about 1/4-inch thick 1/4 cup onion, minced or very thinly sliced 1/4 cup celery, thinly sliced or chopped (optional) 1/3 [...]

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Roasted Cauliflower-Potato Soup

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By Delilah’s Farm for The FruitGuys INGREDIENTS 2 cups cauliflower florets 2 cups potato, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 cup onion, in large dice 1/4 cup celery, in large dice 1/4 cup carrot, in large dice 2–4 cloves of garlic (to taste), peeled but left whole 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt [...]

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Wild Rice Apple Salad

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Adapted from Taste of Home magazine INGREDIENTS 2 cups cooked wild rice, chilled 1 cup coarsely chopped apple 3/4–1 cup sliced celery 1 tablespoon dried cranberries or currants, chopped; or 2 teaspoons fresh cranberries, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon of shallot or 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons honey [...]

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Heirloom Red Celery

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Originating in the salt marshes of the Mediterranean Sea, celery perfected the art of drawing up and retaining water. That’s why its ribs are the backbone of cooked sauces, soups, and casseroles.  When cooked, celery punches up the flavor.

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Potato Salad with Roasted Leeks

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Recipe by Non-Reactive Pan, clarosouthwick.com/blog INGREDIENTS 2 cups potatoes in 1-inch cubes, steamed or boiled until just tender 1 cup leeks, cut into rounds (see Prep Tips, below) 1/4 cup celery or fresh chard, finely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Vegenaise 1–2 tablespoons mustard Salt and [...]

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Celery 3 Ways

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Adapted from Mark Bittman (via nytimes.com) Celery is often a supporting player in America’s kitchens, but almost never the leading role. Following are our top three picks from Mark Bittman’s Sixteen Reasons to Take Celery Seriously that put this crunchy, versatile veggie in the spotlight. (And be sure to check out our Celery Top Salad recipe [...]

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Celery Root & Parsnip Puree

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Recipe by Roxanne Crittenden, courtesy of Capay Valley Farm Shop INGREDIENTS 1 celery root 1 pound parsnips 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter salt & pepper PREPARATION Peel and chop celery root and parsnips. In a large pot, cover roots in water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Boil until tender, [...]

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Sunchoke, Green Bean, and Kale Stew

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup coarsely chopped red onion 1/4 cup coarsely chopped celery 1/4 cup coarsely chopped carrot 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary, oregano, or thyme 1 tablespoon flour 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth [...]

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Potato Radish Salad

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Adapted from foodandspice.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 3–4 medium potatoes (with skins), quartered lengthwise 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced 1/2–3/4 cup young celery, diced (optional) 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (or thinly sliced green onions or minced shallots) Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons [...]

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Stuffed Sweet Dumpling Squash

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Adapted from fromaliceskitchen.blogspot.com INGREDIENTS 2 sweet dumpling squash 1/4 cup shelled pistachio nuts or toasted pecans, chopped 1/2–3/4 cup sweet peppers, diced 1/3 cup onion or shallots 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small stalk of celery, diced (optional) 1 tablespoon olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste 1/4 cup chopped dried dates, [...]

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Cucumber Apple Slaw

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Adapted from realsimple.com INGREDIENTS 1 small cucumber, cut into matchsticks 1 apple, cored and cut into matchsticks 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced 1/4 cup plain yogurt 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt PREPARATION In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Add cucumber, apple, and celery, [...]

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Veggie Stir-Fry

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Recipe by Julie Collins INGREDIENTS 3–4 cups vegetables, cut into bite-sized pieces (mushrooms, peppers, celery, carrots, bok choy, broccoli, etc.) 1 onion, sliced in half then cut into 1/4-inch slices 1–3 garlic cloves, minced (depending on preference) 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely minced or grated Vegetable or peanut oil Salt and pepper Sherry or white [...]

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Napa Cabbage Slaw

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Recipe courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS Slaw 3 cups mini Napa cabbage, thinly sliced 1/4 cup carrot, grated 1/4 cup celery, thinly sliced 1 green onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup nuts of your choice, chopped and toasted (see Cook’s note) Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (finely grated lemon peel) or more to [...]

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Sweet and Sour Celery and Pear Salad

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1  1/2 cup celery heart (the tender inside stalks), cut on the bias about 1/2 inch thick 1 pear, cored and cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices 2 tablespoons celery leaves Dressing 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 3 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 [...]

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Black Eyed Peas with Parsley Root

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1/2 pound black eyed peas (sorted to remove any twigs, stones, or foreign objects) and soaked overnight 1/2 onion, left whole 2 cloves garlic left whole 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup onion, diced small (about 1/4 inch) 1/4 cup celery, diced small (about 1/4 inch) 2 cloves garlic, [...]

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Unraveling Leeks

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German Style Potato Salad

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 large or 4 small potatoes, peeled 1/4 cup diced celery 1/4 cup diced onion 1 green onion, thinly chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon agave nectar or 1 tablespoon honey 1/4 cup vinegar PREPARATION Cut large potatoes into quarters or smaller potatoes in [...]

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Butternut Squash Stew

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 cups butternut squash in 1-inch dice 1 cup potato (washed, scrubbed, and unpeeled) in 1-inch dice 1/2 cup diced onion (yellow or red) 1/4 cup diced carrot 1/4 cup diced celery 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon red [...]

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Dill Potato Salad

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1  1/2 cups of Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled, cut into bite-size chunks 1 teaspoon salt (for potato water) 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped celery 1 tablespoon chopped red onion or scallion 1/4 cup mayonnaise, light is fine 1/4 cup sour cream, light is fine 1 tablespoon lemon [...]

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Lentil Chard Salad

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1 cup dried lentils 1 cup coarsely chopped chard 1/4 cup chopped carrot 1/4 cup chopped celery 1 scallion, thinly sliced (white and green parts) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Citrus Dressing 1/4 cup fresh citrus juice, all one kind or a mixture (orange, lemon, mandarin, lime, etc.) [...]

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Fingerling Potato-Leek Salad

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Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1  1/2 cups of fingerling potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled, cut into bite-size chunks 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water) 1 leek (discard green tops), rinsed well and cut into ½-inch rounds 2 tablespoons finely shredded carrot 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped celery 1/4 cup mayonnaise, light is fine 1/4 [...]

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Curried Cauliflower Soup

Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1/2 small onion, diced 1/4 cup carrot, diced 1/4 cup celery, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon curry powder 2 cups cauliflower florets 2 cups broth (vegetable or chicken) Optional garnish for soup: 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts 1 tablespoon shredded coconut 1 [...]

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Sweet and Sour Carrot and Cabbage Soup

Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 1/2 small onion, diced 1/4 cup apple, grated 1/4 cup celery, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon honey 2 cups broth (vegetable or chicken) 1 tablespoon dill, chopped 2 cups cabbage, very thinly sliced 1/2 cup carrot, very thinly sliced 1 tablespoon [...]

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Carrot-Apple Soup with Fresh Mint Garnish

Ingredients for this soup were included in The FruitGuys TakeHome case. Order yours today! Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 4 carrots, peeled and diced 1/2 medium onion, diced 1/2 stalk celery, diced 1 apple, peeled and diced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger [...]

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Holiday Carrot Salad with Orange Ginger Vinaigrette

Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 cups coarsely grated carrot 1/2 finely chopped celery 1 tablespoon thinly sliced scallion 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries PREPARATION Mix together carrot, celery, and scallion with pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat. Orange Ginger Vinaigrette Whisk together: 1/4 cup fresh orange [...]

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Brussels Sprout Salad with Lemon Mint Vinaigrette

Courtesy of Delilah’s Farm Report INGREDIENTS 2 cups of Brussels sprout leaves, separated 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot 2 cups finely chopped celery 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped scallions or red onion 3 heirloom tomatoes, cored and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices Lemon Mint Vinaigrette: Zest of 1 lemon 1/4 cup lemon [...]

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Winter and Spring Vegetable Soup

Adapted from Bon Appétit INGREDIENTS 2 Tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch pieces 2 red potatoes, scrubbed and cut in 1/2 inch cubes 2 cups cubed (1/2 inch) peeled celery root, from one celery root 1/2 cup celery root greens, coarsely chopped 2 apples (1.5 cups) peeled, cored and [...]

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