HOMEMADE
APPLE or PEARSAUCE
6 medium
apples or pears, scrubbed, cored and thickly sliced
Steam apples
until fork tender. Let cool slightly, then scrape apple away from the
skin. (Cooking with skin on helps retain nutrients) Puree in food processor, using cooking liquid as needed to achieve the
right consistency for your baby's age and preference. Pears may not
need any additional liquid. Yields about 3 cups. Can be
refrigerated for 2 days; frozen for 3 weeks.
BANANA
AVOCADO BLEND
1/2
small ripe banana
1/2
very ripe avocado, pitted
Simply
mash the two together in a small bowl. If your baby prefers very
smooth food, you may wish to add a small amount of expressed breast milk or
yogurt. Serve immediately, discarding any leftovers (or enjoy them
yourself!). This also makes a delicious topping for waffles, rice
cakes or graham crackers for toddlers.
APPLES,
CARROTS, CHICKEN & ONIONS
1
teaspoon safflower or other light veggie oil
1
medium onion, peeled and sliced thinly
1
apple, peeled, cored, and sliced thinly
2
carrots, peeled, trimmed, and sliced thinly
1/4
cup water
2
poached chicken breast halves
Brown
onions with oil over medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Add apples,
carrots, and water, cover and continue cooking at medium-low for 10-15
minutes or until very tender. Add poached chicken. Set aside to
slightly cool, then puree in food processor. Yields
about 2 cups. Can be refrigerated for 3 days; frozen for 3 weeks.
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