Step 1

Cut celery into 1-inch slices on the diagonal.

Step 2

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add celery, along with salt and pepper and cook until it starts to become tender.

Step 3

Add broth, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Uncover and cook for 5 minutes longer, allowing the broth to reduce caramelize a bit.

Step 4

Taste for seasoning and serve immediately, garnished with reserved chopped leaves.