| 1 | Bring water to a boil; add shrimp, and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. |
| 2 | Drain well; rinse with cold water. |
| 3 | Chill. |
| 4 | Peel and devein shrimp; set aside. |
| 5 | Cook vermicelli according to directions; drain. |
| 6 | Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; stir in flour. |
| 7 | Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. |
| 8 | Gradually add broth and cream; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. |
| 9 | Stir in swiss cheese, sherry, salt, and pepper. |
| 10 | Remove from heat; stir in shrimp and vermicelli. |
| 11 | Spoon mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole; sprinkle with parmesan cheese and almonds. |
| 12 | Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 20 minutes or until heated. |
| 13 | Broil 5 ?inches from heat 6 minutes or until browned. |