Creamed Celery Parmesan - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. diced celery
1 c. slivered almonds
2 Tbsp. flour
4 Tbsp. butter
1/2 c. light cream
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 c. chicken broth
3 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet until frothy. Add 1 cup slivered almonds and 3 cups diced celery.
Cover; saute for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add 2 more tablespoons butter and let melt.
Blend in 2 tablespoons flour and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
Add 1/2 cup light cream, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and 1 cup boiling chicken broth.
Stir until blended.
Cook over moderately high heat, stirring until sauce comes to a boil and thickens.
Spoon into 1-quart casserole and sprinkle with 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
Broil until the cheese browns.
Serves 4 to 6.