Baby Food
Babies are not born with a preference for any one type of dishes – thus, it is best to introduce them to different kinds of flavours while they are still not picky about what they put into their mouth. As baby food is relatively easy to make, wouldn’t it be fun to try making a few at home? You can then pick and choose what you want to feed your baby – plus, it will be healthier too. In this section, you will find recipes for baby food that you can try at home and if you wish to – adapt the recipes to make them your own!
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Baby Led Weaning Recipe - Sugar Free Carrot Cake
Sugar-free Carrot Cake
ref: The Baby Led Weaning Cookbook by Gill Rapley & Tracey Murkett
Ingredients for Sugar-free Carrot Cake:
200g wholemeal self-raising flour & 1 tsp baking powder (or 200g plain flour with 3 tsp baking powder)110g dates, finely chopped
50g desiccated coconut
50g nuts, finely chopped or ground
3 tsp ground mix spice, cinnamon or nutmeg
110g melted unsalted butter
110g sultanas
1 large carrot, grated
grated zest of 1 orange & 2 tbsp orange juice
2 eggs, beaten
For the topping(optional)
200g cream cheese
100g dates,…
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Baby Led Weaning Recipe - Scallop and Zucchini Stir fry
I made this dish for my 9 month only baby. This Baby Led Weaning (BLW) recipe has less salt, no knorr cubes, no MSG, no instant mix. BLW is good for the entire family!
Ingredients for Scallop and Zucchini stir fry
100g scallops
1 medium zucchini
1 sliced yellow sweet pepper
1 cup baby spinach
1 medium carrot
youngcorn
1 medium onion, sliced.
2 teaspoons minced garlic
Salt & Pepper to taste
2 tablespoons cooking oil
Cooking Procedure
1. Heat the cooking oil in a wok.
2. Sauté the garlic…
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No more milk for baby! Introducing solid foods
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Homemade baby food: Mango banana smoothie recipe
One of the advantages of living in a tropical country is the easy availability of a variety of yummy fruits – some of these being mangoes and bananas! Mangoes and bananas is a good way for your baby to get nutrients such as Vitamins C, E and B6, which are all needed to maintain good eyesight and healthy growth. Both fruits are also packed with fibre, which will help your baby's digestion and keep everything…
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Homemade baby food: Carrot and potato purée
Making a potato dish is a great way to satisfy your child’s hunger while getting some nutrients into his/her system! Potatoes contain both Vitamin B6 and potassium, which are useful in maintaining regular levels of fluid in the body. Meanwhile, carrots store a good amount of beta-carotene, which are converted into Vitamin A into your child's body. Potatoes and carrots also taste good, by themselves or combined! Here’s a homemade baby food version of a…
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Homemade baby food: Easy “green” mac and cheese
Your baby is ready to start having milk-products at around 18 months, so what better way to introduce your toddler to dairy than whipping up a great meal of mac and cheese? Cheese is a delicious way to get calcium into your growing baby's system, and it's essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth throughout his whole life. In addition, cheese also contains other nutrients such as Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, and zinc that will…
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Homemade baby food: Carrot and chicken purée
Adding chicken into your little one’s meals is a great way to introduce him/her to the of practice eating meat. Chicken provides your child with protein as well as other beneficial nutrients such as Vitamin B6 and Vitamin D. It can also be prepared in a variety of ways, and it tastes good whichever way you choose to prepare it – be it grilled, boiled, steamed, or fried. Add carrots to the dish you are…
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Homemade baby food: Baby's first smoothie
One of the most popular fruits among both adults and children is the good-ole' banana. Banana’s popularity could be due to its flexibility – it can be eaten raw or added to a variety of dishes. It can also be eaten for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or taken as a snack! Banana contains potassium, which aids in maintaining healthy level of fluids in the body and also contains high levels of fiber which aid in digestion.…
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Toddler meals: Tri-colour sandwich
Colours are extremely attractive to toddlers and this dish will simply entice yours to try a bite! Avocado and tomato make wonderful meals for a growing child. Avocados are full of Vitamin E as well as having a high fiber content which will help with your toddler’s digestion. Meanwhile, tomatoes are packed with Vitamins A, C and K, and lots of other beneficial antioxidants. Plus, tomatoes and avocados pair well with each other, helping make…
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Homemade baby food: Mushy rice cereal recipe
When your baby begins to eat solids, it's best to feed him or her foods that are easy to digest. Rice cereal is perfect for that because it's gluten-free and allergy-free, so it's a pretty safe option. Here's a simple rice cereal recipe you can try at home!
Age suitability: 6 months
Suitable for freezing: Yes
Ingredients:
1/4 cup brown rice powder
1 cup water
A little breast milk (for the right consistency
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Preparation:
Grind brown rice in blender until it…
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Homemade baby food: Sweet potato purée recipe
Homemade baby food is a great way to introduce your new munching baby to solids because you can control what goes in. Sweet potatoes are rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Iron and Magnesium. All of these vitamins and minerals are essential for developing your baby's teeth, bones, immune system and more. Because sweet potatoes are naturally sweet, you and your baby will both love this yummy purée.
Age suitability: 6 months
Suitable for freezing: Yes
Ingredients:
1 peeled…
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Homemade baby food: Puréed broccoli recipe
Homemade baby food is a great way to introduce your new munching baby to solids because you can control what goes in. Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that is rich in various nutrients including Vitamin C, Vitamin A (mostly as beta-carotene), folic acid, calcium and fiber. This green warrior plays important roles in strengthening your baby's immune system, encouraging muscle growth and reducing the risk of cancer. Here's how you can make easy broccoli purée at home.
Age suitability: 6…
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Homemade baby food: Pumpkin purée recipe
Purées are usually your baby’s very first tastes of solid food and should be full of healthful things like vegetables and fruits. The cheery orange colour of a pumpkin is due to its high level of carotenoids that help in preventing free radicals and protecting your baby's developing eyes. Also abundant in fiber, Vitamin C and Magnesium, pumpkins are great for regulating bowel movements along with maintaining bones and teeth. Here is a recipe for how…
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Homemade baby food: Puréed turnips recipe
Homemade baby food is a great way to introduce your new munching baby to solids because you're in charge of the ingredients. Filled with antioxidants that include Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Manganese and beta-carotene, turnips encourage cell activity and growth in your baby. High levels of calcium and potassium also ensure healthy bone development to keep up with your child's active future. Here's our recipe for an easy turnip purée for your baby.
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Homemade baby food: Puréed parsnip recipe
Purées are usually your baby’s very first tastes of solid food and should be full of healthful things like vegetables and fruits. Sweeter than their carrot cousins, parsnips are an excellent source of dietary fiber and Vitamin C, that help battle against constipation as well as various infections. These root vegetables also promote healthy connective tissue, teeth, and gums for your growing baby. Here's how you can use parsnips to make easy homemade baby food.
Age suitability:…
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Homemade baby food: Puréed carrots recipe
Purées are usually your baby's very first tastes of solid food and should be full of healthful things like vegetables and fruits. Carrots are a delicious taste for babies, as they are naturally sweet and can be served without any sugar or additives. Carrots are also rich in betacarotene the plant form of vitamin A.
Here is a super simple puréed carrots recipe you can add to your homemade baby food collection!
Age suitability : 6 months
Suitable…
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Homemade baby food: Potato purée recipe
Homemade baby food is a great way to introduce your new munching baby to solids because you can control what goes in. Potatoes are naturally sweet and contain vitamin B6 which helps your baby develop a strong heart. They are also high in potassium, iron, and copper. Here is a great potato purée recipe for you to try.
Age suitability: 6 months
Suitable for freezing: Yes
Ingredients:
1 peeled and diced potato
4 to 5 tablespoons formula, breast milk or water
Preparation:
Steam…
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