Celery-Rice Casserole

Sometimes the simplest recipes earn a permanent spot in the rotation. This is one of those.

Rice, sliced celery, and onion go into a casserole dish with hot chicken broth and a whisper of marjoram. Cover it, slide it in the oven, and walk away. Thirty minutes later you’ve got fluffy, savory rice with tender celery throughout.

The broth does all the heavy lifting here, infusing every grain with rich, savory flavor while the celery keeps its slight crunch. Topped with fresh celery leaves, it’s a side that pairs with just about anything on the table.

Kitchen Tips

• Skim the fat from your broth before using it for a cleaner, lighter casserole
• Keep the casserole tightly covered the entire bake time so the rice steams properly and absorbs all the liquid
• This pairs beautifully with roast chicken, grilled pork chops, or baked fish