Some of our schools are taking part in an italian themed lunch on 7th June to celebrate the National Day for Italy. Check to see if your child's school is taking part.....

Or you might want to make this Italian recipe at home....

Pasta Bake Milanaise - Makes 4 portions

Ingredients:

400g minced lamb (use Soya or Quorn Mince for a vegetarian alternative)

1 large onion.

2 cloves garlic, crushed

2 tsp mixed herbs

400g chopped tomatoes

1 large red pepper

150g pasta shells

50g frozen peas

1 large carrot, diced

100g cheese, grated

50g breadcrumbs

1. Fry onions and minced lamb in small amount of oil.

2. Add garlic, tomatoes, pepper, carrot, peas and mixed herbs, and sweat until covered.

3. Meanwhile cook pasta and drain.

4. Combine sauce and pasta, and place in an ovenproof dish.

5. Mix grated cheese and breadcrumbs together, sprinkle on top of mixture.

6. Brown in oven for approx. 10 minutes Gas mark 7, Electric 425 degrees fahrenheit  or 220 degrees celsius.

Enjoy!