How to puree butternut squash for baby food
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Butternut Squash Puree is a great first food for babies but it can also be served as a side dish, used in baking or stirred through risottos and sauces.
Butternut squash, or butternut pumpkin as it is known in Australia, has a sweet, nutty taste similar to pumpkin. Once cooked it can be pureed smooth and used in both sweet and savoury dishes.
Choosing a Butternut Squash
When choosing a butternut squash look for one that is
- firm
- a solid beige colour
- free of cracks, bruised or soft spots (surface scratching is normal)
- heavy for its size
How to Make Butternut Squash Puree
Butternut squash can be baked, steamed or boiled. Baking (in my opinion) gives the best flavour and is better for retaining nutrients.
You can bake butternut squash in two halves or you may wish to peel and chop the squash into chunks before roasting. This, again, is a personal preference. Baking in two halves is less labour intensive but it does take longer to cook in the oven.
- Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, through the stem.
- Remove Seeds and stringy bits using a spoon
- Place skin side up on a baking tray
- Bake for 45 mins or until soft and tender
- Scoop out the soft flesh
- Puree until smooth
Butternut Squash Puree for Babies
Babies generally love the sweet taste of butternut squash. It is a delicious puree on its own, with added spices and herbs or mixed with both sweet and savoury purees.
Some suggestions include:
- A dash of cinnamon, nutmeg or allspice (you can also add this before baking)
- Pureeing with a little basil, parsley, sage or coriander.
- Apple puree
- Carrot Puree
- Chicken
- Cheese sauce
- Lentils
- Rice
- Parsnip Puree
- Pear Puree
- Spinach Puree
- Sweet Potato Puree
Other Uses for Butternut Squash Puree
- Side Dish: I’ve seen butternut squash puree recipes that are intended to be served with a Thanksgiving meal. The cooked butternut squash is pureed with butter and maple syrup (or honey) and cinnamon. To me, this sounds like a dessert but it is served along with the main meal. I must try it one day!
- Hidden (added) Veg: I don’t really agree with hiding vegetables but I do believe in adding vegetables for increased nutrition. Add this puree to sauces, baking, risotto and stirred into oatmeal. Some examples include:
- Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
- Butternut Squash Muffins
- Butternut Squash Risotto
- Butternut Squash Oatmeal
Storage Instructions
- REFRIGERATE: Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- FREEZE: Spoon the puree into ice-cube trays and freeze until solid. (Flexible ice cube trays work best). Once fully frozen, pop them all out and place into a freezer bag or container and return to the freezer. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Looking for more puree recipes? Check out our Puree Category Page for a range of fruit and vegetable puree recipes.
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Butternut Squash Puree
Butternut Squash Puree is a great first food for babies but it can also be served as a side dish, used in baking or stirred through risottos and sauces.
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- ▢ 1 Medium Butternut Squash
Pre-heat oven to 200c / 390F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set asidee.
Leaving the skin on, cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, through the stem.
Scoop out the seeds and strings using a spoon.
Place the squash halves, cut side down, onto the prepared baking tray and bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes, or until tender.
Remove squash from oven and once cool enough to handle, scoop the flesh from the skin. Discard the skin
Add the flesh to a food processor (or blender) and puree until smooth.
Cooking Time: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of your squash. It should be soft to touch and the flesh should be easily scooped. Check after 40 mins and then every 5 mins after until ready.
Storage: Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Alternatively, spoon the puree into ice-cube trays and freeze until solid. (Flexible ice cube trays work best). Once fully frozen, pop them all out and place into a freezer bag or container and return to the freezer. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutritional information is a ROUGH guide only, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
Nutrition Facts
Butternut Squash Puree
Amount Per Serving
Calories 56 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Sodium 5mg0%
Potassium 440mg13%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 13288IU266%
Vitamin C 26mg32%
Calcium 60mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course:Puree
Cuisine:Puree
Keyword:Butternut Pumpkin Puree, Butternut Squash Puree
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Butternut Squash Baby Food (Stage One)
This homemade Roasted Butternut Squash Baby Food Puree recipe not only contains calcium, folate, fiber, and vitamins A and C, but it is also a deliciously smooth way to introduce butternut squash to your baby! It’s a great Stage 1 baby food for 4-6 months and up!
Medically reviewed Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).
This butternut squash puree is a quick and simple recipe that involves roughly 5 minutes of hands-on time! 🖐
We’ll let the oven do all the hard work for the rest of the prep time. Cuz why should we work harder 💪 when we can work smarter? 🙋♀️
Butternut squash contains calcium, folate, fiber, and vitamins A and C and is considered one of the very best first foods for your baby.
Is it your first time making homemade baby food? Then I suggest you start this journey by reading my in-depth Guide on How to Make Homemade Baby Food. The detailed guide goes over all the important information such as the best cooking tools to have on hand, safe storage, how to know when baby is ready for solids, how to introduce purees, the best first foods for baby, and more! You can also check out my best-selling cookbook for even more information and recipes!
Butternut Squash Video
Watch this video to see just how easy it is to make this delicious puree for your baby!
Reasons to Love this Butternut Squash Puree- creamy and smooth
- great for 4-6+ months
- stage one baby food
- healthy — full of essential nutrients for your baby
- easy to make — requires only 5 minutes of hands-on time
- babies will love the sweet and earthy taste
- homemade
- freezer-friendly
- budget-friendly
Health Benefits of Butternut Squash
- High levels of antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which boosts the immune system and reduces inflammation
- A good source of potassium that helps keep bones healthy
- Contains a protein that may be a potent anticancer agent
- Provides calcium to help strengthen bones and folate to help with brain development
Make sure to read the recipe card below for full ingredients and instructions!
- Butternut Squash: This is an easy-to-find, inexpensive, and nutritious food for your baby! When selecting butternut squash, look for a firm squash that has a solid beige color skin without bruising or damage marks.
The insides will range from bright yellow to burnt orange, so don’t be alarmed if yours is somewhere in that color range. - Thyme or Rosemary: We are kicking up the flavor profile with a fun and fresh herb — thyme or rosemary. Either of these herbs will tone down the earthiness of the squash and ramp up its freshness and citrus aspect. You can’t go wrong with either. But you can always skip adding herbs and spices to your baby food if you prefer (see more below).
Adding Healthy Fats Tip: If you are looking to add some extra healthy fat to your baby’s meals, then you can drizzle the butternut squash with extra virgin olive oil before roasting. Olive oil is a healthy fat that is full of omega 3 and omega 6 that helps baby absorb vitamin D which is important for bone growth and strengthening.
Tools NeededThese tools will make it a lot easier for you to make this healthy Sweet Potato puree. For more of my favorite kitchen tools make sure to check out my online shop.
- Baking Sheet
- Blender or Food Processor
- Knives
- Freezer Tray
- Storage Containers for Fridge
- Stasher Bag
- Bib with catch pocket
- Reusable pouches
- Heat Oven: Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet.
- Prep Squash: Cut the butternut squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Place them on the baking sheet with the flesh side down, and brush with olive oil (optional).
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake until easily pricked with a fork.
- Scrape: Let it cool, and then scrape off the skin until you only have the butternut squash left. Add to the blender or food processor.
- Add Herbs: Add in a pinch of thyme or rosemary to the butternut squash.
- Puree: Turn on the blender and puree until smooth, adding liquids if needed.
- Serve or freeze for another meal.
While I love the earthly, caramel flavor of roasted butternut squash, there are several ways you can cook butternut squash for baby food.
SteamingPeel and roughly chop 1 butternut squash. Place the cubes into a steamer basket over 2 inches of boiling water for 10-15 minutes or until tender when pricked with a fork. Puree in a blender as directed below.
BoilingPlace 1 peeled and roughly chopped butternut squash into a medium saucepan, add enough water to cover the butternut squash, and bring to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook for 7-10 minutes or until tender when pricked with a fork. Puree in a blender as directed below. Note that boiling the butternut squash decreases the nutritional value of the puree since a lot of the nutrients are thrown out with the water after cooking.
Saving Time Tip: Steaming or boiling butternut squash are great methods to use if you are using prepared or frozen butternut squash.
I have found both peeled and cubed fresh or frozen butternut squash in my grocery store, which are both viable options if you are short on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can butternut squash be baby’s first food
Butternut squash can 100% be your baby’s first food if you want it to be. It is recommended to wait to introduce the top eight allergen foods to your baby once a few other well-tolerated foods have been introduced, but otherwise, foods can be introduced in any order so choose whatever you are most excited for your baby to have.
Is butternut squash a common allergen for baby?
No, butternut squash is not a common allergen, however, as with any food, start with a small portion and be aware of any signs that might be an allergic reaction after introducing it.
When can baby eat butternut squash?
Babies can have butternut squash as one of their first foods.
When a baby can start on solids is determined by their own rate of development, which generally comes between 4-6 months of age. Some of the developmental milestones babies need to reach in order to start solids include: if your baby has solid control of their head and neck, if your baby has doubled in weight, and if your baby is reaching for or opening their mouth when you eat (see my guide here). Before you start your baby on purees, you should consult with your pediatrician to make sure your child is developmentally ready.
Can you add spices or herbs to this baby puree?
Yes! You can add in a pinch of chopped rosemary to this recipe, but feel free to use the following spices instead: basil, cilantro, ginger, nutmeg, coriander, mint, cinnamon, or mild curry powder (see quantity recommendations in the recipe card).
Tip on Spices: I always add spices or herbs to my baby food purees, but you can choose to leave them out in all of your baby food.
You do you! Either way, this puree will surely taste amazing.
Does butternut squash cause constipation for babies?
Butternut squash, though unlikely, may cause constipation in some babies, so avoid giving too much.
How to Store Butternut Squash Baby FoodRefrigeratorYou can store this puree in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
FreezerThis puree can be frozen for up to 4 months.
- Spoon puree into a freezer storage container– do not overfill.
- Place the lid on the storage container or cover with a piece of saran wrap, and label with the date and recipe name.
- Place the tray into the freezer and let it freeze completely — preferably overnight.
- Pop-out the baby food cubes and place them in a ziplock baggie or stasher bag. Don’t forget to relabel the baggie or stager bag for future reference.
Need more information on how to store your baby foods? Head over to my Best Baby Food Storage Containers – Plus 6 Tips on Freezing and Thawing post!
Label Tip: Don’t forget to label your purees before you place them in the fridge or freezer with the name of the puree and the date you made it. Take it from me; by the end of the week, you will completely forget what is in your freezer and how long it’s been there. 😉
Puree Feeding Tips
- Follow your baby’s lead – when feeding purees from a spoon, sometimes there’s a tendency to keep offering bites past the point of your baby being full. Always follow baby’s cues for when they are done eating. Turning away from the spoon, closing her mouth, or pushing food away are all signs that baby is finished with the meal.
- Trial adding a little seasoning or spice to purees – babies like flavor! Or consider changing the temperature of purees from time to time, to slightly warmed or slightly chilled.
Varying these aspects adds to the sensory experience! - Place a small amount of puree on the tray during spoon feeding, so that your baby can dip their fingers or hands in the puree. Allowing baby to explore foods in this way helps them learn to self-feed and can help them be more willing to try new textures and foods in the future.
While this butternut squash puree is tasty by itself, it’s also super easy to mix and match with other nutrient-dense baby food purees. So give these fun flavor combos a try!
- Apples
- Carrots
- Pears
- Cherries
- Quinoa Baby Cereal
- Chicken
- Corn
- Sweet Potato
- Soft Tofu
- Pumpkin
- Mango
- Cauliflower
- Yogurt
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- 1 butternut squash
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, roughly chopped
- 1-2 tsp olive oil (optional)
- 1/2-1 cup liquid (water, fresh breast milk, formula, stock or bone broth)
Preheat: Heat oven to 450 degrees F. Line baking sheet with a silicone mat, tin foil or parchment paper.
Prep: Cut butternut squash in half, deseed and place flesh side up, skin side down on the baking sheet. Optional – feel free to drizzle the squash with 2 teaspoons of olive oil for some added healthy fat.
Roast: Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes or until you can easily prick the squash with a fork.
Peel: Let cool until you can handle the squash with your hands. Scrape the flesh off of the skin and place in a blender or food processor.
Add Herbs: Add the thyme or rosemary to the blender.
Puree: Turn on the blender or food processor and puree, adding liquid in 1/4 cup increments until you have the desired consistency. I had to add in 3/4 cup of water to my puree shown below.
Eat: Serve or freeze for later.
Age: 4-6 months and up
Yield: 25 ounces
Additional Spices: Feel free to sub the thyme or rosemary for 4 chopped basil leaves, 1 tsp chopped cilantro, 1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger, 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/2 tsp coriander, 1/2 tsp cinnamon or even 1/2 tsp of mind curry powder.
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Pumpkin puree 7 months +
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Pumpkin puree can be prepared in different ways, for example baked or boiled in water. But the main thing to remember is that pumpkin comes in various shapes and sizes, has a golden hue, is rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene.
When digested, beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A in the human body, which improves appearance, vision, etc. Not only does pumpkin help skin and eyes, but it's also a great source of antioxidant carotenoids that help protect our cells from damage. Pumpkin is rich in various useful substances, but its most important advantage is its natural sweetness, which both adults and children love so much.
This product is usually introduced immediately after the baby is introduced to zucchini, broccoli and cauliflower.
Please note that pumpkin is the first product that is not green in color, therefore, and not only therefore, it is necessary to monitor the baby's reaction to this type of complementary foods. We observe the rule of waiting, in case of an undesirable reaction, we turn to the pediatrician, and stop giving pumpkin.
Pumpkin puree is a beautiful dish for young children. Orange color, sweet taste attract children and help keep food interest. Rarely do children refuse this product.
Pumpkin suitable for ages 6-7 months. Introduced complementary foods: pumpkin and vegetable oil.
puree from pumpkin
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Simple recipe for puree preparation for infants at home.
- Meal(4) 6-7 months, Vegetables, First food, Vegetable oil, Pumpkin
- dish (4) 6-7 months, vegetables, first complementary foods, vegetable oil, pumpkin
- Kitchen cuisine
- KEYWord DEMOLDET, children's puree
portions Training time 9003 5 minutes Preparation time 40 minutes -
Cut the sweet pumpkin into pieces, remove the seeds.
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I show an example of pumpkin cleaning on different vegetables. Usually, if you need to save a part of the pumpkin, then it is cut, part is used, and the other part is left with the seeds, the cut is covered with cling film and sent to the refrigerator in the bottom drawer. It will stay for a long time.
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The photo below shows small cuts, this is how the pumpkin is prepared for the oven, if baked in halves.
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Place pumpkin with water in a pie dish. Check the water level while baking. You can also peel the pumpkin, cut out the seeds and then cut into chunks and boil/steam until tender, and follow steps 6-8.
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Bake in the oven at 200 degrees for 40 minutes until the peel starts to wrinkle and the halves are soft, then remove the peel with a spoon.
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Place the pumpkin in a blender and puree.
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Add water, milk formula, mother's milk as needed to achieve a uniform consistency.
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Add vegetable oil if included in the diet.
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Let's compare a commercial baby food jar (left) and a homemade jar (right). Of course, we compare only visually. The taste can only be described and believed in my words.
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The taste of the prepared food is not so bright, it seems that the pumpkin was baked, then water was added to it, not sweet. But home-made pumpkin puree with a bright sweet taste, it smells like pumpkin, the taste of pumpkin.
The color is bright, saturated.
Baked pumpkin
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Pumpkin can be baked in the oven. It turns out more sickly baby puree.
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Baked pumpkin can be used to make puree for babies 6-7 months old.
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You can also scrape with a spoon for children over 8-9 months old. I draw your attention, it depends on the chewing skills of the child.
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Can be cut into pieces for finger food. For children in transition, we give baby puree and pieces of pumpkin to choose from.
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Disclaimer #3: Keep in mind that every family is unique, every situation is also completely unique.
There are no universal solutions. Only you can find what works best for you. Certain goals require certain sacrifices and priorities - not everyone wants to make those choices, and that's GREAT! Just know what you want to achieve, and be ready to get to work, putting the best of your strength! Disclaimer No. 4: On the Encyclopedia Baby Food website, photos from books on baby food with attribution are used to better understand the information (Article 1274, paragraph 1, part four of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation). Literature on baby food is found in the public domain on the Internet.
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Disclaimer No. 2 : However, the above does not cancel visiting a pediatrician. Before you start complementary foods, you need to get his professional opinion on the best way to introduce new foods for your baby.
I also draw your attention to the fact that you need to look at the original date of the published articles, because some of the "best practices" may have changed. Always check with your child's pediatrician about complementary foods and their health. Disclaimer #3: Keep in mind that every family is unique, every situation is also completely unique. There are no universal solutions. Only you can find what works best for you. Certain goals require certain sacrifices and priorities - not everyone wants to make that choice, and that's GREAT! Just know what you want to achieve, and be ready to get to work, putting the best of your strength!
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Pumpkin puree for babies recipe
Pumpkin is a versatile product.
For babies, it is necessary because it has a rather pleasant taste, and its vitamin and mineral composition is simply impressive. The pumpkin fruit, which was harvested in the fall, is especially useful - such a pumpkin really ripens naturally, which means that the baby will benefit from it more. But what age of the child allows him to use pumpkin? How to cook pumpkin puree for babies correctly, and most importantly, healthy and tasty? Useful compound
Pumpkin can rightfully be called an orange beauty. It has fragrant, dazzlingly bright, sweetish-tasting flesh, hidden under a thick and fairly tough skin. It is easy to transport over long distances, it stores well indoors, but cutting it to cook it is not easy due to the rigidity of the crust. However, such protection is rather a plus of a vegetable than its minus: the product does not deteriorate for a long time, and its vitamin and mineral composition does not change.
Speaking of the benefits of pumpkin.
Why is it so useful for the baby? - Pumpkin puree contains beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body, which in turn is responsible for good vision and healthy skin.
- Pumpkin is rich in vitamin E, due to which vitamin A is absorbed and its properties are enhanced. Vitamin E is an excellent antioxidant, it helps slow down cell aging, normalizes protein-fat metabolism.
- Vitamins of group B in puree, which can be included in the children's diet, have a good effect on the development of the baby's nervous system, relieve tension, improve memory, attention.
- Pumpkin puree for babies, the recipe of which is incredibly simple, rich in ascorbic acid, which improves immunity.
- Pumpkin complementary foods contain vitamin K, which is involved in the process of cell growth, improves blood clotting, and prevents osteoporosis.
- Due to the content of vitamin T, the child receives the normal development of muscle mass, muscle corset.
Vitamin contributes to the normal metabolic process in the child's body. - Pumpkin contains iron, which helps with anemia.
- The use of pumpkin, according to Dr. Komarovsky, is the content of pectins, which contribute to the removal of heavy metals, toxic substances, toxins, bacteria and radioactive elements from the body.
- Pumpkin complementary food, which the child regularly consumes, fills the small body with potassium and sodium. These components are an excellent diuretic, which has a decongestant property.
- Cooking a pumpkin for a child is also necessary because it contains fiber and valuable dietary fiber, which stimulate the digestive system, improving its peristalsis. In this case, pumpkin puree for babies, the recipe of which allows you to prepare it for the winter, is an excellent prevention of constipation.
In addition, this vegetable contains calcium, which helps strengthen bones, magnesium and phosphorus, thanks to which the baby receives a healthy and strong nervous system, and zinc, which prevents the appearance of inflammatory processes.
However, it is worth remembering that pumpkin puree for babies (see the recipe for the winter below) may not have a very good effect. So, for example, a vegetable is contraindicated if the child suffers from gastritis, a gastrointestinal ulcer, and diabetes. Also, pumpkin is undesirable for children who are allergic to foods with a high content of carotene. And even though pumpkin lure is healthy, you can’t give it to your baby raw: a vegetable that was bought on the market may contain a dangerous proportion of nitrates, which will harm the baby’s health.
When to include pumpkin in children's diet?
The age at which a child can taste an orange vegetable is not earlier than the 7th month after birth. Cooking, and even more so introducing it into the baby’s diet, must be done very responsibly. In fact, the feeding scheme and the recipe for mashed potatoes are not much different from the preparation of other vegetable products. However, we cannot fail to mention this.
So, if the child is 8 months old, he can safely be given pumpkin puree. The first serving should be very tiny - only 1/2 or 1/3 teaspoon. To begin with, complementary foods may seem tasteless to the baby and he will spit it out. If you notice that the child hasn't eaten anything at all, try giving him the puree again. After a successful attempt, forget about complementary foods for 2-3 days. But at this time, be sure to follow how the baby feels: if he is not worried about problems with the gastrointestinal tract, he does not have a rash and inflammation on the skin, then pumpkin feeding can be gradually increased. But remember that pumpkin complementary foods are useful if you give it to your child 2-3 times a week, observing a time period of 2-3 days. Otherwise, the baby's skin may turn yellow, and the body may react with indigestion or severe allergies - all pediatricians warn about this, including Dr. E. Komarovsky.
How to cook pumpkin for babies?
The first pumpkin puree must be prepared in a homogeneous consistency without the addition of sugar, oil, salt and other ingredients.
The pumpkin itself is quite sweet, so the crumbs will surely like its taste. In order not to boil with mashed potatoes, you can buy ready-made complementary foods in the market, but the benefits of such a product are ambiguous: no one can be responsible for the quality of the product, even if it is baby food. The best option is to make a healthy and nutritious product for babies on your own. But then it is important to choose a quality pumpkin. How to do it?
- Select a fetus weighing no more than 3-5 kg. This suggests that the pumpkin is young, which means that the structure of its pulp is less fibrous, so the vegetable will cook faster, and the finished puree will be more tender.
- The rind of the pumpkin must be smooth, free of rotted spots or dents from impact.
- The stem of an orange vegetable must not be fresh.
Pumpkin recipe for baby is very simple. But this vegetable can be cooked in different ways: it can be boiled, baked, stewed, steamed, microwaved, etc.
Any pumpkin dish, be it diet soup or baby porridge, will be tasty and healthy. A baby can enjoy only pumpkin puree, or combine it with various vegetables and fruits - the recipe for this incredible product is endless. The easiest recipe for pumpkin puree for babies looks like this:
- Boil pumpkin, cut into pieces, remove seeds.
- Before cooking the product, you need to remove the thick skin from it, and cut the pulp into cubes.
- Put the pumpkin in a saucepan, pour in water so that it slightly covers the vegetable.
- Pumpkin can be boiled for 15 minutes until the pumpkin slices are soft.
- Grind the fruit with a blender, diluting with pumpkin broth if necessary.
If the child is 8 months old after birth, you can add a couple of drops of olive oil to the puree - this way the useful components will be absorbed better.
If the baby is already familiar with apple, banana, cow's milk, then the mother can prepare milk soup or fruit porridge for him.
It is worth remembering that only products familiar to the child can be combined. Note that pumpkin can be boiled in different ways. For information on how much to cook the product in different cases, see the table:
Preparation Cooking time, min. Normal brew Order 10-15 Steam cooking About 20-25 Oven 20-30 Microwaveable 5-7 Multicooker (stew mode) 30-40 Frying 8-10 Winter and autumn are the best seasons for pumpkins. It is not worth specially preparing the product for storage - at this time it is sold everywhere.
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