1 1/4 lbs. fresh broccoli, chopped and cooked (or 2-10 oz. pkgs.)
4-6 c. cooked chicken, diced
6 tbsp. butter
6 tbsp. flour
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 c. milk
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 c. Cheddar cheese, grated
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. bread crumbs

1. Layer broccoli on bottom of greased 9x13 baking dish. Layer chicken over broccoli.

2. In a saucepan melt 6 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in milk and continue stirring until white sauce is smooth and comes to a boil. Remove from heat.

3. Combine mayonnaise and lemon juice with white sauce and pour over chicken and broccoli. Sprinkle with cheese.

4. Melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in bread crumbs and sprinkle over casserole.

5. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.