Delectable Mountains Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole

Delectable Mountains Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole

1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, steamed but still crisp
1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets, steamed but still crisp
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
1 tsp. curry powder
1 tbsp. apricot chutney or marmalade (for recipe, see index)
salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1 cup Swiss cheese, grated

Preheat oven to 350F. Melt butter in saucepan. Whisk in flour. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, but do not brown. Whisk in milk. Bring to a full boil. Stir in curry and chutney. Reduce heat. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper. Stir in cheese. Cook until cheese melts.
Place broccoli and cauliflower in buttered casserole. Pour sauce over top.

Topping:
1/4 cup melted butter
1 1/2 cups bread crumbs
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Mix all ingredients together and sprinkle over vegetables and sauce. Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbling.