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Grandma’s Classic Stuffed Celery

Some recipes are more than just food—they’re memories. Grandma’s Stuffed Celery is one of those timeless classics, untouched by passing food fads or fancy appetizers. Crunchy celery sticks are filled with a smooth, savory spread, dotted with olives, nuts, or even a hint of bacon. It’s the kind of nostalgic snack that vanishes quickly at holidays, potlucks, and family gatherings.

Best of all, it’s wonderfully simple: five basic ingredients, ten minutes of prep, and no cooking required. What you get is crisp freshness, creamy flavor, and old-fashioned charm. Some traditions are worth keeping—and this one definitely is.

Grandma’s Stuffed Celery

📝 Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Celery stalks	4–5 large, washed and cut into 3–4 inch pieces
Full-fat cream cheese, softened	8 oz (1 block)
Green olives or pimiento-stuffed olives, finely chopped	¼ cup
Walnuts or pecans, finely chopped (optional)	2 tbsp
Fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped	1 tbsp
Garlic powder (optional)	¼ tsp
Black pepper	Pinch

🌿 Pro Tip: For true retro flavor, stick with canned pimiento-stuffed olives—just like Grandma used.

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Prep the Celery
Rinse and trim the celery stalks, cutting them into 3–4 inch sections.
Use a small spoon or melon baller to gently scoop out the inner grooves, creating room for the filling.
Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.

Make the Filling
Beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes.
Stir in the olives, nuts, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
💡 Don’t overmix—some texture adds to the charm.

Fill & Chill
Spoon or pipe the mixture into the celery sticks, slightly heaping it on top.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours, to firm up and let flavors meld.

Serve
Arrange on a serving platter.
Finish with a light sprinkle of paprika or extra herbs for color.
🥬 Party tip: Toothpicks make them easy to grab.