The Secret to Regrowing Celery (It's Easier Than You Think)

Celery is one of the most frustrating vegetables to buy. You use a few stalks, and the rest sits in the fridge until it turns into a slimy, yellow mess. But did you know you can regrow the whole thing from the base?

Here's the trick:
1. Buy a bunch of celery. Use the stalks you need for cooking.
2. Save the bottom 2-3 inches of the base (the root end).
3. Place it in a shallow dish with about an inch of water. Make sure the cut side is up.
4. Put it on a sunny windowsill.

Within 3-4 days, you'll see tiny green shoots popping up from the center. Roots will start forming at the bottom. Once the shoots are a few inches tall and you see decent roots, it's time to plant it.

Transplant the base into a pot with potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soaking. In a few weeks, you'll have a full celery plant growing right on your counter. You can harvest the outer stalks as they grow, and the plant will keep producing.

It's not as fast as buying a new bunch, but it's incredibly satisfying. Plus, you get fresh, crisp celery for weeks without another trip to the store. And if you're like me, you'll probably end up with a celery plant that outgrows your kitchen counter. Just another reason to love regrowing food.

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