# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 8 large celery stalks, trimmed and cut into 3-inch sticks
→ Cheese & Dairy
02 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Seasonings
04 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
→ Garnish
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs (if using), black pepper, and sea salt.
03 - Add celery sticks to the bowl and gently toss until all sticks are evenly coated with the seasoned butter mixture.
04 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the celery sticks and toss again to distribute the cheese thoroughly.
05 - Place the coated celery sticks in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
06 - Transfer baking sheet to oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and the celery is tender but still crisp.
07 - Remove from the oven and arrange celery sticks on a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
