Cheesy Topped Fish Pie

Ingredients

1 x 600g (1 lb 5 oz) pack cod in butter sauce (or similar)
1 x 15ml spoon (1 tablespoon) oil
2 rashers bacon, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 courgettes, chopped
4 tomato, chopped
salt and black pepper (optional)
55g (2 oz) butter, softened
2 x 15ml spoon (2 tablespoons) fresh mixed herbs
1 large ciabatta or french bread, sliced and cut into pieces
55g (2 oz) cheese, grated
fresh chopped parsley, to garnish

Serves 4

Tip: Try this recipe with cod in parsley sauce. Choose vegetables that all your family enjoy.

Method

Prepare the cod in butter sauce according to the packet instructions and set aside.

Heat the oil in a pan.  Cook the bacon, carrots, courgettes and tomato for 2-3 minutes.  Season to taste.

Meanwhile prepare the herb butter.  In a small bowl combine the herbs and butter together.  Spread over the bread slices and set aside.

Spoon the fish in butter sauce into the base of a 600ml (1 pint) ovenproof dish and add the vegetables.  Preheat the grill.

Arrange the bread slices and top with the grated cheese.

Grill under a moderate heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and serve.

Garnish and serve with a tossed green salad.