Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to Gas Mark 6 / 190 c/ 375 f. Put aubergine cut side down on a baking sheet and place in oven for about 45 minutes or until soft. Leave to cool.

2. Lower temperature to Gas Mark 5 / 180 c / 350 f. Peel off aubergine skin, mash the flesh and squeeze out moisture.

3. Place the flesh in a blender with olive oil, garlic, flour, fromage frais, eggs and cheeses; blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper.

4. Butter a 1 1/4 litre terrine dish and line with buttered greaseproof paper. Pour in half aubergine mixture and smooth. Cover with chopped pepper and basil, then the remaining aubergine mixture.

Smooth top and cover dish with foi.

5. Place in a large dish or roasting pan containing 2.5cm depth of water and cook in the oven for 55 - 60 minutes or until the terrine is firm to touch. Allow to cool, then chill for several hours.

6. To make the sauce, put all the ingredients in a clean bowl, whisk well and add seasoning.

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