Half From Scratch - Mac n' Cheese

Adding canned pumpkin to this kid favourite boosts flavour and nutrients like Vitamin A and fibre without any extra work.

Paired with black beans and slices of tomato. Tomatoes are high in Vitamin C to help absorb the iron from the beans.

PREPARATION: 2 MIN | COOKING: 10-15 MIN | MAKES: ~ 2 CUPS PER BOX USED

Ingredients

1 box noodles and cheese

1/4 cup pure canned pumpkin puree

1/4 cup shredded cheese, optional

Directions

• Follow the package directions except use 1/2 of the seasoning mix provided.

• At the very end, add the pumpkin puree and the shredded cheese.

• Cook for an additional few minutes.

Uses for Leftover Pumpkin Puree

Scoop into 1/2 cup portions to freeze

Use in smoothies, pancakes, loaves

Add a little to spaghetti sauce or chilli

Make a quick soup with curry paste and broth