In a few minutes I’ll be heading off to church where we will have a Maundy Thursday meal. I’m one of those who has signed up to bring a tray of shepherds pie along and I decided to push the regular lamb mince sauce with mashed potato topping in a more middle eastern direction.

I added green olives, aubergine and a certain amount of chilli to the sauce. I tried the idea last week and was very pleased with it but, don’t worry, I have printed a large label to take. I’m sure there will be plenty of more traditional offerings for those who want them.

Right, time to pull it out of the oven and cover before heading out.