The Salmon Bake went well...

so here's the recipe!

Preparation and cooking time:
40 minutes
Per serving:
Calories: 468kcal
Fat: 10.5g
Salt: 1.6g
5 A DAY: 2

Ingredients

(serves 2)

150g/5½oz macaroni or other similar pasta 180g/6oz can salmon 1 teaspoon mixed herbs (or a handful of fresh basil) 400g/14oz can chopped tomatoes Freshly milled black pepper 30g/1oz low-fat cheddar, grated 50g/2oz wholemeal breadcrumbs 25g/1oz pine nuts (optional)

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 190ºC/375ºF/Gas mark 5.
2. Cook the pasta in boiling water according to the instructions on the packet.
3. Tip the drained salmon into a mixing bowl, break up with a fork, checking for and removing any large bones.
4. Add the mixed herbs (or shredded basil) to the salmon, then add the chopped tomatoes.
5. Drain the pasta and combine with the salmon mixture. Season well with black pepper and place in an ovenproof dish.
6. Sprinkle the cheese, breadcrumbs and pine nuts (if using) over the top. Place in the oven to colour the top and heat through for around 15 to 20 minutes.

Top Tip

While the tomatoes in this recipe do count as two portions of your 5 A DAY, it is worth remembering that consuming a variety of vegetables and fruits is important.

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