Umxhanxa (Pumpkin and Maize)

Pumpkin mashed with sweetcorn kernels. Soft, sweet and filling.

Ingredients

• 600 g pumpkin
• 300 g sweetcorn kernels
• 2 tbsp butter (optional)
• pinch salt
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)

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Method

1. Boil the pumpkin in a little water until soft.
2. Add the sweetcorn and cook 10 minutes more.
3. Mash together with butter, salt and sugar.
4. Serve warm.

Cheaper swaps & tips

• Tinned or frozen sweetcorn works fine.

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