California Avocado Gratin

Ingredients

 * 1 medium size California avocado (Peeled and Mashed)
 * 1 Tbsp flour
 * 1 Tbsp butter
 * 1 Cup liquid hot milk
 * salt and pepper to taste
 * Parmesan cheese or Cheddar or mozarella
 * thyme and parsley
 * Breadcrumbs
 * One egg (optional)

Directions
Prepare a bechamel sauce as usual.

Melt butter in a pan and stir in the flour.

Pour the hot milk over the mixture till it thickens.

Add a beaten egg if you wish.

Put in your mashed California avocado.

Put also a cupful of grated Cheese and beaten egg.

Place in a baking tray.

Top with breadcrumbs and grated Cheese.

Cook in oven for 25 minutes.

Can be served cold with toast bread.

Can be served with a green salad or tomato chutney.