Tuna Fish Pie

Quick and simple version of this classic fish dish.

Ingredients

• 8 fl oz skimmed milk
• 1 oz plain flour (2 tbsp)
• 1/2 oz butter
• 8 medium spring onions
• 7 oz flaked tuna in water
• 1 dash salt
• 1 dash black pepper
• 2 slices small french bread
• 1/2 oz gruyere cheese, finely grated

Directions

1. Put the milk, flour and butter into a small saucepan and whisk well. Cook, stirring (with the whisk) continuously until the sauce comes to the boil and thickens.
2. Stir in the spring onions, fish and seasoning to taste.
3. Spoon the mixture into a warm shallow flameproof dish. Arrange the bread on top and scatter the cheese over the top.
4. Place under a hot grill until the cheese is bubbling and the bread is golden brown.
5. Note: use canned salmon or mixed frozen seafood in place of tuna, if preferred. Dish can be frozen once prepared.