Simple Homemade Baby Food Recipes

4 Healthy Homemade Baby Food Recipes

March 21, 2011

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While past generations of parents had no alternative but to make their own baby foods, the introduction of jarred food changed the way American mamas fed their children. Pre-made food gave parents the flexibility to grab and go, and boasted certain health benefits that made moms and dads feel safe, so it makes sense that it became the mainstream method for feeding tots. But, the organic movement and concern over the foods we give our children have brought homemade baby food back in vogue.

While 17 percent of LilSugar readers buy most of their baby food ready made, the vast percentage has at least attempted to cook up their own baby food. If you're ready to bust out the blender and cutting board and take a gander at these easy recipes and suggestions.

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3 Comments

Bettye Wayne 3 years 17 weeks

I gave my girl jarred food for a while, but when my pediatrician said, "That jarred food is garbage. Just smash whatever you're eating," I started doing it that way and loved it. The strained jars are good for the first few times you feed or if you're away from home, but if I ever have another kid I plan to DIM (do-it-myself) as much as possible.

3 years 17 weeks

Full flavors and economics are two great reasons to DIY for baby, but there are health benefits too. If you make your own baby food, you know that your baby is getting optimal nutritional benefits because you're making their food with produce at it's peak ripeness, when nutritional values are at their height. It is actually quite easy to cook for your baby, even if you don't usually cook for yourself. First stage purees involve one or two ingredients and there are usually two steps involved: steam and puree in a blender or food processor. Even if you don't think you can do it, I do! It is so easy, I promise.

3 years 17 weeks