Age: 6+ Months
Servings: 12+
Suitable for Freezing
My little boy has been showing more and more curiosity for foods lately so I've decided it's time to move beyond the rice cereal and start him on other baby foods. Most pediatricians are now recommending starting with the orange and yellow vegetables. I figured that homemade baby foods must be at least somewhat more nutritious that what you find in the stores. I checked out this book from our local library and, sure enough - their first recipe was a carrot puree. So easy, natural, and homemade. The little guy loved it so I think we're off to a good start!Ingredients
- 4-6 medium carrots
- Peel carrots and chop into 1-inch pieces.
- Place carrots in a steamer, filled with boiling water. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until carrots are tender.
- Drain and place in a food processor. Puree until very smooth, adding water from the bottom of the steamer pan until you reach a desired consistency.
- Spoon puree into empty and clean ice cube trays and place in the freezer. Thaw when ready to eat!
Note: Carrots are more nutritious when cooked with a little fat, such as a pat of unsalted butter, as the beta-carotene they contain is absorbed more readily.
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