Vegetarian

6 Swips per serving

This recipe will take you 40 minutes

Serves 4

Deduct 3 Swips if using cheddar standard as half a Healthy Extra calcium choice.

  • 400g dried pasta shapes, such as penne
  • 3 large leeks, thickly sliced
  • 1 cal cooking spray*
  • 500g chestnut mushrooms, sliced
  • Leaves from 6 fresh thyme sprigs, chopped (or 2 tsp dried thyme)
  • 2 level tbsp cornflour
  • 150ml skimmed milk
  • 150ml vegetable stock, cooled
  • 250g plain quark or fat-free natural fromage frais
  • 60g Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 45g panko breadcrumbs
  • *Search ‘cook’s tips’ in our member features section for need-to-know info on this ingredient

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