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Why Would a World Leader Eat Canned Spaghetti on Pizza?

An investigation of the New Zealand Prime Minister's dinner.
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Donald Trump caused something of a global scandal when images emerged of him eating KFC with a knife and fork. But New Zealand is once again punching above its weight in the world-leaders-eating-terrible-food stakes, with the Prime Minister posting photos of an outrageous pineapple-spaghetti-pizza hybrid.

In a Facebook post, newly-minted Prime Minister Bill English proffered his pasta-coated creations, with the caption: "Cooked dinner for the family last night—like if you agree with spaghetti on pizza!"

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English's culinary prowess has now come under almost as much scrutiny as his decision not to hold an inquiry into allegations of war crimes by New Zealand troops in Afghanistan.

The Prime Minister's toppings of choice appear to be canned spaghetti, canned pineapple, ham, spring onions, and cheese. Spaghetti pizza has long been a popular choice in cash-strapped student flats. But with the Prime Minister position in NZ earning a salary of around $450,000, surely he can afford some tomato paste?

It's possible the PM is out to reinforce his reputation for fiscal conservatism. Or maybe English just prefers canned spaghetti.

Here's how the internet responded: