Step 1

Fry the bacon pieces until cooked then remove and set aside.

Step 2

Fry the onion, garlic and beef until thoroughly cooked. Add salt and pepper to taste, stir through the cream cheese.

Step 3

Pour the beef layer into the baking dish. Sprinkle the bacon pieces over.

Step 4

Mix the eggs, cream, shredded/grated cheese, mustard, salt and pepper together. Pour the cheese sauce over the beef and bacon.

Step 5

Place slices of gherkins/pickles all over the top then cover with the remaining shredded/grated cheese.

Step 6

Bake at 180C/350F for 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and crispy. Serve with salad and 1-minute mayonnaise.