Continental Cheese Bake -

1 Clove Garlic, peeled and -crushed 1 Red Pepper, deseeded and -diced 8 oz Chestnut Mushrooms, sliced

5 oz Soft Cheese, flavoured with

-garlic and herbs 5 fl Fromage Frais

14 oz Can artichoke hearts,

-drained and halved. 2 oz Smoked Ham, diced

1 Egg, Beaten

8 oz Pasta Bows, cooked and -drained 3 tb Fresh Breadcrumbs

2 oz Cheddar Cheese, Grated

400F/Gas Mark

6. Heat butter and saute garlic, pepper and mushrooms, stirring frequently, until softened. Meanwhile, heat together soft cheese and fromage frais, stirring until combined. Mix in artichoke hearts, ham egg, cooked pasta and mushroom mixture. Turn into a heatproof dish, sprinkle over the breadcrumbs and grated cheese. Bake for 20 minutes until top is golden brown. Garnish with parsley sprig to serve. Source: CHAT Magazine --