Broccoli Chicken Supreme

1. 1

   Place broccoli in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5-7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender.

2. 2

   In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer 4 cups chicken, two-thirds of the mushrooms, two cans of water chestnuts and 4 cups broccoli. In a greased 8-in. square baking dish, layer the remaining chicken, mushrooms, water chestnuts and broccoli.

3. 3

   In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in the flour, seasoned salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat.

4. 4

   Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks. Return all to the pan; cook and stir until mixture reaches 160u00b0 and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice and nutmeg.

5. 5

   Pour 3 cups sauce over the large casserole and remaining sauce over the small casserole; sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 375u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.

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