Ingredients

  • 4 c. coarsely chopped celery
  • 1/4 c. slivered blanched almonds
  • 1 (6 oz.) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced 1 (4 oz.) can mushrooms
  • 5 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 c. chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. dry bread crumbs
  • 3 Tbsp. flour
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese

Method

  • Boil celery for 5 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Then mix with almonds, chestnuts and mushrooms.
  • Melt butter in saucepan.
  • Add flour and cook until it bubbles.
  • Gradually add 1/2 cup milk and chicken broth.
  • Cook until thick.
  • Blend celery mixture into sauce.
  • Bake in a casserole.
  • Top with bread crumbs and cheese.
  • Bake at 375° until hot and bubbly.