ALMOND BROCCOLI IN SHERRY SAUCE

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This is a wonderful entertaining recipe. Creamy, crunchy and nutty. It just does not get any better. Came out of Southern Living magazine.

Provided by aronsinvest

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs fresh broccoli, trimmed and separated into florets
4 cups boiling water
1 chicken bouillon cube
3/4 cup boiling water
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook florets in 4 cups boiling water in a Dutch oven over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Place florets in a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish, and set aside.
  • Dissolve bouillon cube in 3/4 cup boiling water.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in bouillon mixture and half-and-half; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  • Whisk in sherry and next 3 ingredients. Pour over broccoli; sprinkle with cheese and almonds.
  • Bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

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