Grandma’s Stuffed Celery
→ Spoon or pipe filling into each celery trench, mounding slightly.
→ Use a butter knife to smooth the top—no gaps, but don’t overpack.
4. Chill to Perfection
→ Arrange on a parchment-lined tray or vintage platter.
→ Cover loosely with plastic wrap.
→ Refrigerate at least 1 hour (overnight is ideal—flavors deepen, filling firms).
5. Slice & Serve
→ Just before serving, cut each stuffed piece in half crosswise for elegant bite-sized bites (optional but pretty!).
→ Arrange on a platter; garnish with extra chives or pecans.
Tips for Perfect Stuffed Celery (Joye-Approved!)
🔸 Toast the pecans. Raw = flat; toasted = rich, buttery, unforgettable. (350°F for 5–7 mins.)
🔸 Room-temp cream cheese is non-negotiable. Cold = lumps; soft = silky.
🔸 Scrape the ribs well. Strings = tough bites. Smooth trench = elegant fill.
🔸 Chill fully. Soft filling = messy bites. 1 hour = good; 4+ hours = dreamy.
🔸 Say “Ready?” before serving. It’s not superstition—it’s ritual. And rituals make food taste better.
Delicious Variations to Try
Bacon-Cheddar
Add 2 tbsp crumbled bacon + extra cheddar
Smoky, hearty,
so
Midwest
Everything Bagel
Mix 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning into filling
Savory, crunchy,
so
trendy
Herb Garden
Use dill + tarragon instead of chives
Bright, fresh, elegant
Nut-Free Joy
Swap pecans for toasted sunflower seeds
Safe, crunchy, still deeply satisfying
Serving Suggestions (Joye’s Favorites!)
🍷 Holiday spread: Arrange on a red platter with olives and cheese cubes
🥂 Brunch darling: Serve alongside deviled eggs and fruit skewers
🎁 Gift idea: Pack in a vintage celery dish, cover with lace, tag: “Grandma’s Stuffed Celery—From Joye’s Kitchen”
🥬 Veggie tray star: Tuck between carrot sticks and radishes for color
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
