Grandma's Stuffed Celery
A delightful and creamy stuffed celery appetizer, perfect for holiday gatherings and celebrations.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 80kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 bunch celery, large stalks washed, trimmed, and cut into 3 sections Make sure to wash and trim the celery before cutting.
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened Use 2 packages.
- 3/4 cup chopped pimento-stuffed green olives
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 pinch salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 pinch freshly cracked black pepper Adjust to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and trim the celery, then cut each stalk into three equal sections.
- Pat each piece completely dry with paper towels to help keep the filling in place.
Mixing the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped olives, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until everything is smooth and creamy.
Stuffing the Celery
- Use a knife to generously fill each celery groove with the cream cheese mixture.
Chilling
- Arrange the stuffed celery on a platter and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
For a little kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or finely chopped jalapeños. You can substitute half of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative. Serve with toothpicks for easy picking.