Ingredients

3 cups chicken broth1 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons chopped onion2 tablespoons chopped celery1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup 2% milk1 cup half-and-half creamMinced fresh parsley

Preparation

In a small saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer to a blender; cover and process until pureed. Strain.

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Gradually stir in pureed mixture. Add cream; heat through (do not boil). Garnish with parsley.