Stuffed Celery

Deliciously crunchy celery filled with a creamy cheese mixture and topped with crispy breadcrumbs, perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 16 pieces

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

For the Filling

8 stalks celery, cut into 16 pieces Wash and dry thoroughly.
8 oz cream cheese, softened Opt for full-fat for creamier texture.
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled Use thick-cut, hardwood-smoked for better flavor.
3 green onions, thinly sliced Reserve some for garnish.
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Topping

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a small baking dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and dry the celery thoroughly, then cut each stalk into 4 pieces for easy filling and serving.
In a medium bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, blue cheese, most of the crumbled bacon, green onions (reserve some for garnish), garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Assembly

Using a spoon or a piping bag, generously fill each celery piece with the creamy mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the filled celery pieces.

Cooking

Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until the filling is warm and the topping is lightly golden.
For an extra golden finish, broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.

Garnishing

Finish with the reserved bacon, green onions, and chopped chives or parsley before serving.

For a lighter filling, consider using Greek yogurt. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.