Instructions: Parboil celery in salted water for 5 minutes, drain well. Combine celery and water chestnuts in 1 1/2 quart casserole. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in saucepan; stir in flour to make a smooth paste. Stir in broth and half & half slowly; simmer over low heat until thick. Add salt and pepper. Stir mushrooms into sauce; pour over celery. Sprinkle with cheese. Melt remaining butter; stir in bread crumbs. Sprinkle over cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Serves 6.

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