Place carrot, potato and pumpkin in a steamer over a saucepan of simmering water. Cover and steam for 10 minutes or until almost tender. Add broccoli and steam for 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender

Alternatively, place vegetables into a microwave safe dish and add 4 tablespoons of water. Cover with a lid and cook on 100% power for 5 minutes. Stand for 3 minutes before opening lid

Drain. Return to saucepan or dish and mash, leaving some texture

Meanwhile, place egg in a small saucepan of water and bring to the boil over a high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Peel egg

Serve mashed vegetables (about ⅓ cup), with a ½ chopped hard-boiled egg