Back when I was a broke University student, Mac and Cheese was my saving grace on those off-pay weeks. It tasted awesome and was cheap(er) than chips. For the first time in at least 12 months I had mad cravings for an old favourite. So in true style I wanted to find a way to make it yummy AND healthy! I came across a blog called "Fat Girl Trapped in a Skinny Body" and found the perfect recipe to suit my appetite. Just a couple of personal amendments and I was set! This dish serves 3-4 and takes about 45 minutes to make.
So basically all you need is:
1 cup of brown rice macaroni (most organic stores sell it).
1 cup of mashed pumpkin
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 tsp crushed garlic
3/4 cup of oat or almond milk
1/2 cup cottage cheese
2 decent handfuls of spinach
1 tablespoon LSA
2 tbs pinenuts (optional)
1. Boil your macaroni as per packet instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. While macaroni is cooking, heat up milk in a saucepan until warm. Add pumpkin and stir for about two minutes on low heat.
3. Add macaroni, nutmeg, pepper, garlic, cottage cheese and spinach and stir until combined. Pour into a small baking dish.
4. Sprinkle with LSA and pinenuts (if using them).
5. Place in oven for about 15 - 20 minutes.
6. Allow to sit and settle for about 5 minutes before eating.
ENJOY!!!!
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