Ingredients

  • 2 large heads romaine lettuce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of pepper
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Separate lettuce leaves, and wash thoroughly. Tear into bite size pieces. Place lettuce and water to cover in a large Dutch oven; set aside 1 hour. Drain.
  • Place lettuce, 1 cup water, and salt in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Drain well.
  • Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; stir in flour. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add broth; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Add cream; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour sauce over cooked lettuce. Sprinkle cheese over top.