Cheddar-Almond-Broccoli Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. broccoli or 2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen broccoli spears
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. margarine or butter
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. milk
3/4 c. water
1 tsp. instant chicken or beef bouillon granules
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 to 2 Tbsp. dry sherry
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz.)
1/2 c. toasted slivered almonds

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375\u00b0.
If using fresh broccoli, wash and cut into spears.
In a large saucepan, bring 1 inch of water to a boil.
Add the broccoli and salt.
Cook, covered, for 8 to 12 minutes or until crisp-tender.
(Or, cook the frozen broccoli according to the package directions.)
Drain the broccoli and transfer to a 2-quart rectangular or oval baking dish.