This toddler-friendly recipe makes enough for parents to enjoy too. Jazz up the adults’ bowls with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, freshly ground black pepper and shredded Cheddar cheese.
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Carrot and Pea Soup
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Chicken, Potato and Sweet Pea Mash
Try this once your baby is ready to go beyond puréed baby food. Protein, starch and vegetable make it a balanced meal.
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Penne Pomodoro
Pasta and sauce is a childhood staple; for baby’s first taste, try this version the whole family can enjoy. Use a slotted spoon to pull out al dente pasta for the adults to eat, and cook the rest of the pasta until it is soft for baby.
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Smooth Sweet Potato Soup
A warm lunch that’s easy to make for baby, and mom can enjoy some too! Cinnamon is a good “starter spice” for babies. Store leftovers in the refrigerator or freeze in ice cube trays for easy portioning later on.
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Sunshine Puree
If Mom wants to transform this delicious baby mash into a breakfast smoothie, she can add additional apple juice. Try portioning it into servings and refrigerating leftovers for a quick meal later in the week.
