Aubergine and mozzarella go together really well. This is a very tasty dish that is easy and quick to prepare. If you want, you could add some garlic. Simply peel a clove of garlic and chop it finely then scatter on top of the aubergine and mozzarella before putting under the grill.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium aubergine
• 2 medium tomatoes
• mozzarella cheese
• 5 ml (1 tsp) fresh basil
• freshly ground black pepper

Cooking instructions:

Roast the aubergine whole in a preheated oven, Gas Mark 6 (200C/400F) for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally. Cut the ends from the aubergine then slice in half lengthways. Slice the tomatoes and the mozzarella cheese and arrange on the aubergine halves. Add some freshly ground black pepper then place under a hot grill for a few minutes until golden. Tear the basil leaves and garnish the aubergine with them. Serve with a wedge of wholemeal bread.