Instructions: Trim any fat from pork fillet and cut in 1/2 inch slices. Place in layers in a buttered casserole or oven dish, sprinkling each layer with shallots or onion, apple, celery flakes, thyme and pepper. Add undiluted soup.

Smooth top. Cover dish with a lid or foil and cook in a very moderate oven

(325 F, gas mark 2) for about 2 hours or until pork is very tender.

Sprinkle with chopped parsley before taking to the table.

Serving Ideas : Accompanying creamed potatoes can be piped round the dish.

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