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Homemade recipe

Braised carrot

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Gluten free

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No added soya

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No added egg

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No added milk

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Vegetarian

Ingredients:

  • 180g (6 oz) carrot
  • 120g (4 oz) potato
  • Approx. 300ml (10.5 floz) water (reserve after cooking)

Please note:

Remember not to add salt to any of your baby's recipes. Please check ingredients carefully as some products may contain allergens that you are unaware of.

Method:

  • Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes.
  • Place in lightly boiling water and cover for around 25 minutes. (Alternatively you can steam the vegetables.)
  • Once they are cooked, drain the vegetables and purée them, adding the reserved cooking water until you achieve a smooth consistency.
  • Cool and serve.
  • Makes multiple servings. Just freeze the remaining food into portions appropriate for your baby. Can be kept in the freezer for a maximum of 3 months.

Did you know?

... giving your baby a broad variety of vegetables from the start means they are more likely to enjoy their veg as they grow up.

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