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Savoury yet naturally sweet, this Corn Puree is delicious on its own or paired with a range of other purees.

One of summertime’s best vegetables is corn on the cob. Most adults and children love its sweet taste and it is the perfect side dish to most meals.

When blended it produces a beautiful golden puree with a savoury yet delightful sweet taste. It is delicious as a stand-alone puree and pairs great with a range of other vegetables or proteins.

Choosing Corn

Choose sweet corn that have bright green husks and pale silks. The corn should be bright in colour, plump and not indented. Avoid the ones that are dry or shrivelled.

Can You Use Frozen or Canned Corn?

Fresh corn produces the most flavoursome results, however canned and frozen can be used.

If making for a baby just be sure to check labels carefully. I would recommend frozen over canned. If you are buying canned, check the ingredients to see that there is no added sugar or salt.

How to Make Corn Puree

  1. Cook: Cooking corn transforms the raw starches and pectin in the corn cell walls into juicy, tender and sweet bites. In the image above, the corn is steam-cooked but you can really cook the corn in any way you wish. (Steam, boil, roast or grill). Cook until tender.
  2. Remove Kernels: Using tongs, remove the corn and plunge into a bowl of cold water until cool enough to handle. Hold the corn at the top, vertically, over a chopping board. Using a sharp knife, start at the top of the cob and cut downward with a gentle sawing motion. Continue cutting until all of the corn is removed.
  3. Blend: Transfer the corn kernels to a blender, or food processor, and blend until as smooth as possible. You may wish to add 1-2 teaspoons of baby milk to help with the blending and to make it more creamy.

How to Make Sweet Corn Puree Smooth

Corn puree is very textured and you may want to pass it through a sieve or a mouli for a better eating experience and to make it easier to digest.

Passing it through the sieve takes a little bit of time and it is best to do it in small batches. Push the puree through the sieve with the back of a spoon.

The result is a lovely smooth puree, great for babies or fancy Masterchef style plating!

Corn Puree for Babies

An internet search shows conflicting advice on when to first introduce corn to babies. Some believe that you should wait until babies are 12 months old before introducing them to corn, due to the potential for allergies and because corn is difficult for babies to digest. However, others say that it is safe from 6 months.

You may wish to delay its introduction until after first tastes have been accepted and their digestive systems are a little more robust. You can also pair corn with other purees that don’t have quite as much fibre. 

If your family has a history of corn allergies, you should consult a medical practitioner before offering it.

Disclaimer: This information is intended for general use only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to replace the personalised care and advice given to you by your health professional. Please refer to my full disclaimer for more info.

Storage Instructions

  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
  • Freeze the puree in ice-cube trays and once fully frozen, quickly pop them all out and place into a freezer bag or container. Return to the freezer and store for up to 2 months. (Freezing it this way allows you to take out small portions as needed.) 

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Corn Puree

This golden yellow puree is savoury yet sweet at the same time. Enjoy it on its own or mixed with a range of other purees.

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  • ▢ 3 Cobs of Sweet Corn (mine weighed 500g / 1.1lb in total. Weight of kernals after ciooking and removing was 250g )

  • Husk the corn and pull off any silky threads.

  • Add enough water to the bottom of a pan so that it does not rise above the steamer basket. Place a steaming basket, with the corn cobs in it, into the pot.

  • Cover and heat on high. Once the steam builds, cook the corn until the kernels are tender, around 6 minutes.

  • Stand the cob up on a plate or in a bowl and run the knife down and across the kernels, as deep as you can go

  • Transfer the corn kernels to a blender or foodprocessor and blend until as smooth as possible. You may wish to add 1-2 teaspoons of baby milk.

No Steamer?: Fill a large pan with enough water to cover the corn. Bring to a boil and place the corn into the water, cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook the corn until the kernels are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.

Frozen Corn: to  Bring a pan of water to the boil, add 250g (1 & 3/4 cups) of frozen corn and simmer for 3 mins.  Drain and blend. 

Super Smooth: If you would prefer a smoother puree you can use a sieve or mouli.

Storage:

  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
  • Freeze the puree in ice-cube trays and once fully frozen, quickly pop them all out and place into a freezer bag or container. Return to the freezer and store for up to 2 months. (Freezing it this way allows you to take out small portions as needed.) 

Nutritional information is a ROUGH guide only, calculated using an online nutrition calculator. 

Nutrition Facts

Corn Puree

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Fat 1g2%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Sodium 1mg0%

Potassium 91mg3%

Carbohydrates 9g3%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 110IU2%

Vitamin C 2mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course:Puree

Cuisine:Western

Keyword:Baby Puree, Corn Puree, Sweetcorn Pureee

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Fresh sweet corn in the middle of the summer is one of the best gifts from nature.  And why shouldn't you baby be able to enjoy it with you? This quick and easy sweet corn puree is so simple and so delicious! Let me share with you how to turn sweet corn (fresh or frozen) into a great puree for your little one.

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What's so great about corn puree?

Corn is a nutrient dense food, high in fiber, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium and B vitamins.  It’s naturally gluten free, high in carbohydrates, and low in fat. These factors combine to make corn a great option for baby food.  Good carbs, good fiber, and lots of nutrients make for a great puree!

Corn also pairs well with a variety of other homemade purees and the natural sweetness ensures your kiddos will love it!

Corn can be harder to digest than some other produce, so I suggest making super smooth at the beginning.   As your little one gets older and is used to digesting more complex foods, you can leave it a bit chunkier.

Ingredients

  • Corn: You can use fresh or frozen corn in this recipe. If you are using fresh corn, you may want to roast or steam it before cooking if it's not in season and super fresh.
  • Milk options: Coconut milk, breast milk or any non-dairy milk works great in this recipe if you haven't yet introduced cow's milk to your baby. Alternatively, you can use water if you like.

How to make sweet corn puree

  1. Put corn kernels into high speed blender
  1. Add about half of your liquid to the blender and turn it on to medium speed.
  2. Puree to desired consistency adding more liquid a smidge at time if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store homemade baby food?

I like to freeze my homemade purees in a silicone ice cube tray. I leave one portion out right after making them in a 4oz mason jar, and then typically freeze the rest. For full details, check out my Ultimate Guide for making your own baby purees.

When would you start serving pureed corn to babies?

As corn can be tough for some little tummies to digest, some experts suggest waiting a bit longer to introduce sweet corn puree into your little ones diet. I've never had a problem introducing it at 6-7 months, but I'm not an expert (just a mom).

For the first introduction, I make sure the puree is super smooth and serve it along side a fruit or vegetable with less fiber like avocado or spinach.

What to pair with corn puree for babies

  • Lime: Similar to what I would add into corn salsa, a few squeezes of fresh lime juice really brightens up this puree and adds a new flavor to your babies palate.
  • Basil:  One of my favorite summer soups is my sweet corn and basil soup. Adding a dollop of pesto or a few leaves of basil to this puree, adds a nice depth of flavor and the same profile of that soup for your baby.
  • Avocado: The smooth consistency of pureed avocado works really well with the texture variances in corn puree.
  • Spinach: The balance of pureed spinach and sweet corn are a great pairing for dinner for your little one.
  • Black Beans: Corn and beans are a classic pairing and the sweetness of the corn puree balances nicely with the pureed black beans.

Herbs and spices to pair with sweet corn puree

I like to spice up my homemade baby food to keep things interesting and expose my kiddos palates to a wide variety of flavors when they are young. A few herbs and spices would work really well paired with this pureed corn:

  • Chili Spice: Like you would add into a pot of chili, not the hot pepper kind.
  • Cumin: A few dashes into the corn puree before serving.
  • Cilantro: Tear off a few leaves and add directly into the blender while pureeing the corn.
  • Smoked Paprika: Adds a delicious depth of flavor to the corn with a few dashes of this spice mixed into the puree before serving. I like to get mine at Trader Joes.

One more quick tip

Corn puree doesn't have to only be for babies. It makes a great side dish for lots of dinners. It would be great served along side my pesto salmon recipe, a grilled steak or roasted chicken. You could also easily mix the pureed corn into a classic risotto dish for a delicious and simple dinner.

Looking for other great puree recipes?  Try these:

  • cherry puree
  • carrot puree
  • peach puree

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Sweet Corn Puree (Homemade Baby Food)

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Let your little one get to experience one of the best taste's of the summer. ..sweet corn!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Course Baby Food

Cuisine Puree

Servings 15 cubes

Calories 24 kcal

  • 1 silicone Ice tray

  • Vitamix or other high speed blender

  • 16 oz corn kernels fresh off the cob or frozen and thawed
  • ¼ cup more or less coconut milk, almond milk or water

  • Put corn kernels into high speed blender.

  • Add about half of your liquid to the blender and turn it on to medium speed.

  • Puree to desired consistency adding more liquid a smidge at time if needed.

Corn puree stays good in the fridge up to 5 days and can be frozen up to 3 months.

Calories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 56mgPotassium: 42mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

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Boiled corn for children - Encyclopedia Baby food

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One of the best summer vegetables is corn on the cob. Most adults and children enjoy its sweet taste and make an ideal accompaniment to most meals. Boiled corn for children is a wonderful summer side dish.

Corn contains a lot of protein and carbohydrates, which makes it an excellent source of energy. However, it lacks many other nutrients. Corn is a great finger food, which is a good reason to offer it later than 12 months to your baby.

What is corn?

Table of contents:

Maize – is an annual plant of the genus Maize of the Grass family. All corn on the cob is considered a vegetable. The kernel of corn is considered a grain.

There are over 200 different varieties of corn in the world. The plants vary from 40 cm to 6 m in height and the spikes are 5 to 45 cm long with multi-colored kernels (yellow, blue or black). Corn is the only crop that depends on humans for its survival. Interesting fact: one hectare of corn produces 4 times more oxygen than a hectare of forest.

Harvest time depends on the intended use of the corn. Corn kernels are harvested when their water content is between 25 and 35%. For example, for polenta and corn chips. For sweet corn, the water content ranges from 70% to 72%. Corn (or silage) is harvested when the entire plant contains 32 to 35% dry matter. For this type of crop, the entire plant is crushed and stockpiled before being sold as animal feed.

In addition to its use as a food product, corn is used in packaging (biodegradable plastics) and in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics (in the production of antibiotics, vitamins and vaccines). The ethanol resulting from its fermentation and distillation is used to produce alcoholic beverages such as gin, as well as in the production of biofuels, providing an alternative to oil-derived gasoline.

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Types of corn

There are many types of corn (siliceous, starchy, waxy, filmy, etc.). sugar varieties are mainly used for food, and there are also bursting varieties for popcorn.

minerals and vitamins maize

sweet corn - milky when young and bright yellow when ripe, sweet tasting. Siliceous is used for the production of cereals, and starchy - flour, molasses and alcohol, bursting - for popcorn.

The history of corn

Corn as we know it today would not exist, but people grew and developed it. It is a human invention, a plant that does not exist in nature. Corn can only survive if it is planted and protected by humans.

Scientists believe that people living in central Mexico created corn 7,000 years ago. The wild grass Teosinte gave rise to modern corn. From Mexico, corn spread north into the southwestern United States and south along the coast into Peru.

Native Americans taught European colonists how to grow corn, and since its introduction to Europe, corn has appeared all over the world. It is grown in Canada and in Russia, and the corn crop ripens almost every month of the year somewhere in the world. It is an important crop in Russia and a staple food in the world, taking the third leading place.

The Benefits of Corn

Corn is a whole grain. Whole grains are the most nutritious type of grain. They contain vitamins, minerals and fiber. Corn contains much more vitamin A than other grains. It is also an excellent source of antioxidants.

Corn is also considered a starchy vegetable. It has less sugar, fat and sodium than other starchy vegetables.

Corn is high in B vitamins, fiber, iron, potassium and zinc, essential nutrients to support a child's growth. Sweet corn also contains phytochemicals that promote healthy vision and antioxidants to fuel the immune system. Finally, sweet corn is generally not genetically modified. As the name suggests, sweet corn contains natural sugars, but the grain is not as sweet as fruits and vegetables such as apple or beets.

About 100 grams of corn contains about 350 calories. If a child is underweight, a corn diet can help him gain a few grams. Even a normal weight baby can be given this vegetable to maintain their weight after they stop breastfeeding completely.

Maize is rich in B complex. Thiamine supports nerves and brain development; niacin improves metabolism, especially sugars, proteins and fatty acids; and folate helps develop new cells.

Corn contains phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and iron. Phosphorus supports bone health; potassium and magnesium are essential for muscle and nerve function. Iron improves brain development.

The presence of antioxidants (thanks to vitamin E) makes corn good for protecting cells from damage. It contains the phenolic compound ferulic acid, which is an anti-carcinogenic agent. Antioxidants prevent tissue and DNA damage in the body.

The presence of fiber makes corn a good laxative. If a child has frequent problems with constipation, corn products such as corn kernels and cornmeal can solve this problem.

Corn kernels are natural laxatives and can be used to relieve constipation. Cornmeal is also good, but it should be whole, not refined.

Yellow corn is rich in vitamin A, a source of beta-carotene, which improves eyesight. Beta-carotene, which is not part of vitamin A, acts as an antioxidant that is good for baby's skin.

Boiled corn and corn porridge differ in the age of introduction into complementary foods. If a child is introduced to corn porridge from 8-9 months, then boiled corn is introduced after 12 months. Some Russian sources claim that the ideal acquaintance is not earlier than 1.5 years. Dr. Komarovsky suggests giving after 2 years. As usual, I will write what parents decide. If a child digests food well (yes, we look at poop, if there are any pieces of undigested food), is not prone to gas formation and gastrointestinal upset, he has teeth (they write that at least 12 pieces), with which he will bite off corn grains, he knows how to deftly and chew well, do not choke on food, then calmly give the child this product during the corn season.

However, if your baby is having trouble digesting food, or he is constantly choking on pieces, or he is bad at biting, bad at chewing, then be patient while he learns these points, he is simply not ready for corn. This approach should be applied to all new products. Evaluate several indicators of the health and skills of the child , so as not to be surprised, the age of introducing the product to complementary foods has come up, but the product has not gone to the child.

Please note that if you have a good blender, you can give the baby boiled corn in the form of puree after 12 months. Here the digestion of the product is evaluated. If, after eating boiled corn, the child has increased gas formation, upset stool, bloating, then the baby is not ready for the product, we offer it for the next year.

We give boiled corn as a new complementary food only during the growing season. A frozen version is offered to a child if he got acquainted with corn in the summer. If the baby is familiar with corn porridge, then for the first time we give boiled corn more than 1 tsp, at our discretion, but not 100 grams. It takes at least 2-3 days to check the digestion reaction, so we start with a small portion and bring it to normal.

Boiled corn is difficult for children to digest, so we give the child's body a good day to work, we offer corn for lunch or for an afternoon snack.

Canned corn is best offered after 3 years. True, I abandoned this product in favor of the frozen version. It is not difficult to prepare it in the summer, and then boil it for a salad in the winter, there are more benefits, and you don’t worry about salt, preservatives, and whether my child can.

Corn sticks, flakes and any corn grits can be used almost as soon as corn porridge is introduced. Just look at the composition and consistency of the product. Corn sticks can be used after 12 months because their structure is porous, they stick to the teeth despite the fact that they melt in the mouth, and they are also sprinkled with powdered sugar. Therefore, if we give a child corn sticks, then a couple of pieces and take into account our opinion about sugar.

I would recommend corn flakes after 2 years, simply because of the hard texture and also the huge amount of sugar. Although I take sugar-free corn flakes and fill with milk, it can sometimes be given for a change. Also, I don't use them for breakfast, they are a healthy snack with milk or water.

Popcorn is recommended for children after 7-10 years due to the spices in the product. But I buy organic popcorn, which is sold without additives, just grains. It can be given after 2-3 years, again depending on the digestion of food, in a small amount. Popcorn complicates the work of the digestive tract, so be careful.

I would also like to note that corn porridge, cornmeal and boiled corn are much healthier than other food options from corn, if only because the products are processed or with spices.

You can give corn 1-2 times a week, no more than 100 grams per meal. Corn is not a product that you can eat a lot. Even children, eating the cob, usually gnaw it badly, leaving the outer film. It is perfectly! We do not touch them, they eat the most useful, leaving a film that is almost indigestible. As far as I can remember, I also ate like that, but adults forced me to eat more carefully, like a mouse, so that there were no leftovers. The norms are approximate, the child himself does not eat much, the product is satisfying, and difficult to bite and chew.

Raw corn can I give it to a child? I gave! It contains a lot of vitamin C, which is lost during heat treatment. Therefore, if the child really wants to, he is over 1.5 years old, he has teeth, you are sure of the milkiness of corn (it should be as young as possible), it is sweet and tasty, and also completely organic, then let him chew a little (no more than 30 grams ). The main thing is that the child does not suffer from chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. My opinion, so I advise you to consult a pediatrician.

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Tips for including corn in your baby's foods

  • Don't give your baby corn as a first meal. Instead, wait until he is familiar with other vegetables and fruits on the safe list.
  • Corn can be yellow or white - both are equally delicious. The newer, super-sweet varieties tend to stay sweet longer because the sugar in the corn takes longer to turn into starch.
  • For best taste, cook and eat corn as soon as possible after purchase. Until then, store in the refrigerator, as this prevents the sugars from turning too quickly into starch.
  • Canned corn contains less nutritious protein than fresh corn. If you decide to give your child canned corn, read labels carefully and avoid brands that contain sugar or salt.
  • For the first time, fresh corn can be given as baby puree, which is easier to digest. This can be done at home by using a blender to puree the grains along with enough water to achieve the desired consistency.
  • Until the child is one year old and has learned to chew food well, do not give him whole grains. They may present a choking hazard.

Is corn dangerous for children?

Whole grain kernels, including corn, are a potential choking hazard for children under 12 months of age. To reduce the risk, corn on the cob is served, as the child's teeth will break the kernels, thereby reducing the risk. However, it is still necessary to stay close to the child during meals and watch closely. Theoretically, you can choke on any food.

Allergies and corn

Complementary corn

Allergies to corn are rare. Allergies are caused by proteins present in grains. Lipid transfer protein (LTP) is the main cause of allergy because it remains even after corn is processed or heated and after digestion. Other potential allergens are storage proteins and corn pollen present in the kernel. Some people with fruit allergies (especially peaches) may also be allergic to corn. As with any new food, we start by offering a small amount of corn.

Corn allergy symptoms are common to any allergy, namely runny nose, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, skin rash, sneezing, headaches, asthma, and anaphylaxis.

The first obvious way to deal with a corn allergy is to avoid corn and corn-derived products. Give your child homemade food because ready-to-eat food can contain corn in any form. If the reaction is severe, see a doctor.

Corn intolerance

Corn intolerance differs from allergies in that it manifests itself in the form of digestive problems. A child may have the following symptoms if they cannot tolerate corn:

  • Bloating
  • Gas
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea

Corn intolerance may be short-lived compared to allergies and resolve as the child grows.

How to give corn to children?

For the first time a child gets acquainted with corn in the form of porridge. Corn porridge is introduced into the child's complementary foods at about 8-9months, or to be more precise after buckwheat and rice. Porridge should be of a homogeneous liquid consistency, so for the first time it is prepared from cornmeal or semolina, we look at the child's ability to chew.

Closer to 12 months, you can introduce your baby to boiled corn. For the first acquaintance, you can make baby puree from corn grains, or you can simply offer the cob, where the grains are cut in half. It is better not to offer grains separately from the cob, as the risk of choking is higher. When a child bites off the cob, he controls the size of the bite, and the grains are smaller, without a dense film, which reduces the risk of suffocation. Children almost always like corn, as it is sweet, tasty, and unusual in shape. I only ask you to serve a slightly warm product, and not piping hot, straight from the pan, otherwise love will end before it starts.

How to choose and store corn

Choosing sweet corn with bright green leaves and pale stigmas . The corn should be bright , plump and without dents or rot . Before buying, please open the corn leaves to see the grains and the tip, which most often begins to deteriorate. Leaves should not be discarded, they protect the product from drying out. After buying corn, it is better to use it immediately, the longer it lies without a refrigerator and leaves, the faster it dries. Corn is best eaten within two days. Store it in an airtight container and in the refrigerator. Corn needs to be stored away from sunlight or heat because the sugars in the grains are easily converted to starch.

If it is not allowed to peel the leaves from the corn, press the corn with your hands to feel its firmness. Hard corn is fresh and has healthy kernels.

Important, there was a separate article about corn porridge, I will not repeat it.

Boiled corn can be stored for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator and reheated before serving. I don’t see the point in storing longer, it loses its taste and aroma. It is best served freshly brewed.

Nitrates, pesticides and corn

Corn does not accumulate nitrates on the cob, and pesticides should be avoided when harvesting it from the fields. Field-grown corn is often treated with herbicides over the summer. It is believed that after the last treatment, a month should pass, then this chemical is not dangerous to human life. That is why it is so dangerous to buy or pluck corn from the fields. No one can guarantee that corn is chemical-free, since it could have been processed yesterday.

To be safe, we always buy corn with green and juicy leaves that do not have dark spots. Without leaves it is better not to take. And also corn should be smelled, it should not smell like chemistry. Even if after cooking, the product also gives off chemistry, then it is better to throw it away. At best, the body simply gets rid of chemicals, this happens with the help of diarrhea.

Why shouldn't children be given corn too often? boiled corn for children

Boiled corn is not recommended for people with stomach ulcers, duodenal disease, poor blood clotting and thrombophlebitis.

It is also important to note that an allergic reaction or individual intolerance to corn is possible. If you often eat corn, then there may be a lack of vitamins, especially niacin in the body. Corn lacks amino acids (lysine and tryptophan). Corn has a negative effect on people with diabetes, as it increases blood sugar levels in the body. It contains a lot of starch.

When corn is broken down in the colon, a lot of gas is produced. This product contains a lot of sugar, so it can lead to cavities in some people. This is a relatively rare side effect of corn, but should not be taken lightly. Corn contains a large dose of sugar and carbohydrates. Excessive consumption of corn can certainly lead to weight gain. Corn contains a sufficient amount of starch. Starch can cause drowsiness and lead to lethargy.

These are the side effects of eating corn. Most of these so-called negative effects of corn can be countered with a balanced diet. Otherwise, just watch the portion size.

The best way to cook corn

Cooking corn is very simple, remove the leaves and stigmas, drop into a large pot of boiling water. We cook young sweet corn for about 15-40 minutes (depending on the youth and size of the grains), and old corn for 1-3 hours.

It is better to offer corn porridge to a child before the age of one. After a year, you can give corn on the cob. It can also be fried and baked with butter. You can also cut corn off the cob and then either steam it or make soup. You can also use frozen or canned corn, but only fresh is ideal for children.

We have several corn dishes in Russia - porridge, boiled corn on the cob, which we associate with the Black Sea, and crab salad. Before the introduction of complementary foods to my children, I knew corn only in these types.

But it turned out that corn is just an amazing product that can be used anywhere when you need to add satiety and color. Therefore, do not hesitate to experiment. I add corn to pilaf, funchose, soup, scrambled eggs, to pasta, meatballs, pancakes, salads and even sandwiches. You don’t need to add a lot of corn, you can add about 50-100 grams, it gives brightness to the dish and pleasant corn notes. With corn grains, the dish becomes summer.

As I wrote above, it is harmful in large quantities, but if a little on a large dish, then this is good and variety. Children just need it. And do not forget that you can use cornmeal, flour, starch, cereals, frozen and fresh grains, popcorn, cereal, etc.

Frozen corn for children

corn for children

Corn perfectly tolerates freezing, so it should be prepared in the summer. We just buy ordinary heads of corn, cut off the grains with a knife, which we lightly dry on a towel, and then put them in freezer bags. We put a date on the package. Store for about 12 months. Corn puree can be frozen, but the consistency may change. It is better to use frozen grains for making baby puree.

I write about this very often. Frozen is better than canned. I have been cooking corn since the summer because the stores sell old fodder varieties, and I like sweet and young ones. So I take care of it myself. Approximately I freeze about 2 kg. This mass is enough for the whole winter, even a lot, left this year. I put corn in dishes of 50-100 grams, cook 2-3 times in 2 weeks. I advise you to spend a little summer time, but it saves money, health benefits, bright colors in a culinary dish, the aroma of the sun and corn on your plate.

How to prepare boiled corn for children?

We buy corn on the cob. Clean the leaves and stigmas, wash.

Steamed: Put the corn in the steamer, cook until tender, about 15-30 minutes, depending on the size and maturity of the product.

Boiling: Cobs can be placed in cold water and boiled until tender. Or put the corn already in boiling water and cook until tender. How best to decide for yourself. Cook young sweet corn for about 15-40 minutes, old - about 1-3 hours.

Roasting: Corn on the cob cooked only in foil with butter and your favorite spices. For children without spices. We coat the cob with butter, lightly salt (the child is more than 12 months old, so it’s already possible), wrap it in foil and bake for about 30-40 minutes at 200C.

Roasting: Fry cobs in a pan or better over a fire for about 30-40 minutes, grains in a pan for about 3-5 minutes.

Preparing baby puree: After cooking the corn, separate the kernels from the cob, or use the cooked kernels. Corn grains must be beaten with a blender for a uniform consistency. To get rid of the film and achieve a more delicate texture, you can pass the puree through a plastic sieve. Add liquid as needed.

Finger food and corn for children

Corn on the cob is a finger food that a child can easily pick up and eat. But I've also seen what imaginative moms come up with. You can serve crackers with a corn salad on top, or wrap the corn filling in dough and cook something like pies in the oven, as well as an option for regular corn kernel pancakes. And this is only a small part of the possible options.

It is also important to feed the corn correctly. It shouldn't be too hot. It can be served on a stick or on a fork (we offer this at home), its size should correspond to the child. And then if you give a giant corn, which he simply cannot hold in his hand, either because of the length, or because of the weight. So that the child does not choke, the grains can be cut along the entire length.

Ready-to-eat corn baby food

Ready-to-eat corn baby food in the form of porridge is common, but baby puree or multi-ingredient puree containing corn is very rare. I offer an incomplete list of products that can be bought on the Russian market.

I draw your attention, there are very few dairy-free corn porridges without sugar, carefully read the composition. And also the age on the package is not very true, since I would be careful not to give milk porridge at 5 months.

Hipp

  • Puree My first soup vegetable cream soup with chicken from 7 months 190 grams
  • Puree corn from 5 months 80 grams
  • Puree Delicate vegetables with turkey from 12 months 220 grams 200 grams
  • Milk rice-corn porridge with prebiotics from 4 months 250 grams
  • Milk rice-corn porridge with peach and apricot with prebiotics from 4 months 250 gram
  • Milk corn porridge with fruit with prebiotics from 5 months 250 grams
    • Milk corn porridge from 5 months 200 grams

    Bibikol

    • Milk corn porridge from 5 months 200 grams

    NUTRILON

  • Milk corn Abrosos and Banan priece milk corn porridge from 6 months old 200 grams
  • Dairy-free corn porridge from 5 months old 180 grams

Nestle

  • Dairy-free corn porridge My 1st Porridge. We start feeding from 5 months 200 grams
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Canned corn benefits and harms for children.

Can children use this product? In order for the delicacy to bring more benefits, you need to properly organize its introduction into the children's diet. From how many months is it recommended to introduce this cereal crop into complementary foods, what are the contraindications and how to choose a quality product?

Corn is introduced into the child's diet gradually, starting with a small portion

Useful properties of boiled corn for children

Corn is necessary for a growing organism, because it contains a complete complex of nutrients, vitamins and microelements, as well as essential oils. During cooking, 83-85% of useful properties are preserved, which other cereals cannot boast of. Depending on the variety, the energy value of the boiled product varies from 90 to 130 kcal per 100 g. It saturates the body with energy for a long time. Corn is a hypoallergenic product that:

  • supplies the child's body with energy due to a balanced content of proteins, fats and carbohydrates;
  • dishes from this cereal are hearty and tasty;
  • magnesium and B vitamins contribute to the normalization of the nervous system;
  • due to silicon, the enamel of milk teeth is strengthened;
  • pectins and fiber normalize intestinal motility, restore its microflora;
  • creates a favorable environment for the development of lactobacilli;
  • C vitamins increase immunity, protect against colds;
  • protein and starch help build muscle mass;
  • vitamin A improves vision, so the product is recommended for children who spend a lot of time at the computer;

Boiled corn is a storehouse of useful vitamins and microelements (we recommend reading: )

  • calcium, phosphorus, vitamins A, D, E strengthen bones and joints;
  • iodine is essential for normal thyroid function;
  • vitamin D helps prevent rickets;
  • potassium and magnesium are good for proper heart function;
  • fiber helps to eliminate waste and toxins;
  • rutoside has a positive effect on blood clotting;
  • amino acids tryptophan and lysine stimulate the digestive processes and tone the muscles.

In addition, corn kernels are gluten-free. Due to this, the "queen of the fields" can be recommended for the nutrition of children whose body does not tolerate this substance. Grain helps lower blood sugar levels and is useful for babies with diabetes.

At what age can you give boiled corn to a child?

When a child has at least 12 teeth for the first time (usually at the age of 1.5 years), you can taste the cobs, otherwise the baby will find it difficult to chew the dense grains. You can make it easier for him if you run a sharp knife along the surface of the cob so that the grains are cut in half. In addition, it is also recommended to cut the grains because up to 2 years the stomach will not be able to digest the hard shell, and no useful substances will be absorbed. For starters, it is better to use individual grains.

A whole ear can be given from 2 years of age. It must be well brewed. From the use of half-cooked products, flatulence and bloating can develop. Allow no more than one per day and not at night, as this is a fairly heavy meal.

Precautions when eating corn

Start with small portions and monitor your baby closely. Increase the amount of the product gradually, otherwise you will overload the baby's digestive system. This is fraught with constipation, diathesis, allergic rashes.

It is unacceptable to use in the period of exacerbation of stomach ulcers, diseases of the duodenum and gastritis. You can not feed corn with increased blood clotting.

If your child has a lack of weight, poor appetite, it is better to stop using this product. Use cereals with a higher calorie content.

At first, it is necessary to monitor the child so that he chews grains thoroughly and does not choke. See to it that he does not stick the grains up his nose.


When eating seasonal delicacies, make sure that the baby chews grains thoroughly

It is forbidden to use a genetically modified product - it is dangerous to health. In a number of countries, such products have been withdrawn from commercial shelves.

How to choose the right corn?

Do not buy boiled cobs from your hands. Especially often they are sold in the summer, in the heat. You cannot be sure that they were prepared in proper sanitary conditions. Also, you will not know how and how long they were stored. After lying for a couple of hours in the heat, the product may deteriorate. Your child is at risk of poisoning. Cook the "queen of the fields" yourself, and you will be sure of the quality of the product.

Purchase products from proven manufacturers, in farms. In stores, look for a label that says “non-GMO”.

It is better to buy cobs in the first weeks of summer. Then they will not be too large and will quickly cook. Quality can be judged by appearance. Heads of cabbage should have leaves of the same color, stigmas should be fresh. You can open the head and see if there are any black, spoiled grains. Pick a couple of seeds - if they are soft and give juice, then the cereal will cook quickly. Do not take too yellow or hard heads of cabbage - this indicates that they have overripe or stale for a long time.

Heads of cabbage can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 3 days until the moment of preparation. You can also freeze them and defrost and boil them as needed.

Cereals are among the first to appear in the diet of a small child. They are usually introduced immediately after acquaintance with vegetables, but there are situations when complementary foods begin with cereals. Among the many cereals, one of the most valuable for baby food is called corn.


Corn porridge is recommended to be one of the first to be introduced into the diet of a child

Benefits

Cons

  • Corn is not recommended for use in case of problems with blood clotting and thrombosis, as well as in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
  • Excess consumption of boiled corn can disrupt the digestive tract.


Corn is classified as a hypoallergenic product

At what age can you introduce complementary foods?

Corn porridge is one of the first to be introduced into the children's diet. A breastfed baby is introduced to her at 6-7 months, and an artificial baby from 5-6 months.

Due to the dense skin of corn kernels, acquaintance with boiled cobs is carried out only after the appearance of a sufficient number of teeth and good chewing skills. Usually boiled corn is given not earlier than 1.5 years.



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How to give?

Corn is introduced into the child's diet gradually from a small portion. It is offered to the baby in the following form:

  • Corn porridge. First, it is boiled in water and diluted with breast milk or formula, and later such a porridge is boiled in cow's milk.
  • Boiled corn. It is boiled in clean water during the season when fresh young cobs are available, or at any other time from frozen cobs in season. The grains are separated and given to the child in a small amount, sometimes adding butter to them. For the first time, a few grains are enough, then they give half a teaspoon of grains, and if the stool and general well-being have not changed, the total amount of the product is increased to 100 g. At the same time, corn in this form is not recommended to be given daily.
  • Various dishes with boiled corn. It can be added to vegetable stews and soups, crushed for the little ones, and as boiled grains for older children. Also, corn can be an ingredient in a salad or scrambled eggs.
  • Cornmeal pastries. In recipes for biscuits, muffins or other baked goods, wheat flour can be partially or completely replaced with corn flour.
  • Popcorn. It's best to make your own at home with dry grains, as popcorn is often high in salt and oil.

In the next video clip of the TV show "Live healthy" you can learn more about the beneficial properties of corn.

Is canned corn healthy?

When preserved, corn grains retain their beneficial properties, but sugar and some other components that can cause an allergic reaction are added to the product. For this reason, canned corn should only be given to babies over one year old.


When choosing fresh corn for your baby, buy young cobs that ripen in the first months of summer. They should not be too large and hard, and the color of the grains should be light. Choose corn with tight-fitting leaves and not dry stigmas.

These ears can be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of 3 days.


Fresh corn is a storehouse of vitamins and microelements

When buying a canned product for children's meals, give preference to a well-known manufacturer and be sure to check the expiration dates indicated on the can.

Pay attention to the preservation time - if the product was closed in the summer, then fresh cobs were used for it, and late fall or winter canned corn is usually first dried, then soaked, boiled, and packaged.

After opening the package, inspect the grains (they should not be wrinkled) and be sure to try them before giving them to a child. Keep an open jar of canned corn in the refrigerator for no longer than two days.


Giving corn to a child for the first time, you should carefully monitor his condition

What should I do if I have an allergy?

Although corn is classified as a hypoallergenic cereal, it may cause an allergic reaction in some babies.


In this case, corn is excluded from the baby's diet and the pediatrician is contacted to select the appropriate treatment.

At six months, complementary foods begin to appear in the baby's menu, in addition to breast milk. And it's good that now everything is individual. If the baby has problems with stool, he is not gaining weight well, then the pediatrician will advise the first to introduce porridge into the diet of the crumbs. And one of the first cereals will be corn porridge (about 6-7 months). What is good about porridge from the queen of the fields - golden corn?

Many parents find corn too heavy for their child's digestion. Yes, they are right, but partially. If you offer crumbs corn porridge no more than 2-3 times a week, then there should be no problems with the digestion of the baby. Moreover, this cereal has a lot of useful things. For example, it contains a lot of fiber, which helps in the digestive tract and normalizes stools for constipation. In addition, it contains a lot of starch, which is necessary for the growth of the peanut, important minerals and trace elements (iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, fluorine, etc. ). However, porridge from the boxes will be ideal for the baby. Yes, it is processed mechanically, but corn grains are boiled, dried, and then brought to a powder state before grinding. In addition, all the useful properties of grains are preserved intact, and those useful substances that are destroyed during processing are replenished by manufacturers. And another important quality of corn porridge is its hypoallergenicity.

At what age can you give your child boiled corn on the cob?

From my own experience, I can say that if the baby has already tried corn porridge and no negative reactions have arisen, in addition, he already has teeth to chew confidently, then soft milk corn on the cob can be safely offered to him from 1.5 years old. Just be sure to explain to the baby that each grain must be chewed thoroughly. There is a restriction on the amount of corn eaten by a child: no more than one medium head of cabbage per day and not at night.

How to choose the right corn for a child?

Don't buy hand-cooked corn if your baby is going to eat it too. You don’t know under what conditions it was cooked, how fresh the product was before it was cooked, and you don’t know how long it has been cooked. The main rule is that the mother herself must boil the corn for her child, and you will be able to avoid problems with the tummy (poisoning). Dairy young ears of corn before cooking can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than three days. When choosing, pay attention to the appearance of the cobs: they should have the same color leaves, corn stigmas should be fresh, not dry, and not dark in color. You can ask the seller to open one ear and look at the corn kernels. If there are black grains - refuse to buy such heads of cabbage. Try picking off one grain: if it is soft and oozes juice, then this corn will cook quickly and be soft.

Cereals are good for children's health, and adults will get enough of vitamins and microelements with the help of their favorite sweet boiled or canned corn. This delicious product is included in many dishes, and therefore mothers will not have to force the kids to eat a serving. It is worth knowing some facts and basic information about corn before introducing it into the diet of children.

Composition and calorie content of corn

Raw grains of domestic corn contain vitamins of group B, as well as PP and E, A. But despite its presence, you say, vitamin A without fat will not be absorbed and will not affect vision in a positive way. However, our wonderful corn is also rich in this, for example, the amount of fatty oils in the cereal is 5%, a similar number contains corn and disaccharides and monosaccharides. And also a large amount of this element in the grains is about 70%.

Little known facts

You should start with the fact that most of the vitamins, elements and other benefits of corn cannot be absorbed by the human body, since the grains are hidden in a dense and strong shell that is difficult to digest. So, in order to get everything you need, you should eat not a small amount of the product, which in excess will also not bring sufficient benefits. But, nevertheless, if you boil or eat the cob in canned form, or free the grains from the skin, it will be much easier for the stomach to absorb and digest them.

Why is corn good for children? It's all about one great property of this cereal - corn does not absorb pesticides from fertilizers, and is also not grown using genetic modification. This product is entirely for a healthy lifestyle.

How to get all the benefits you need from corn

Since we need to get everything that is most necessary and useful from food, we will use and cook it correctly, especially if this yummy is intended for children. So, we select only the youngest cobs, not yet completely covered with full-fledged grains. Here we will boil them before use, and even longer, the longer enough, the longer, the more likely that the elements will be absorbed by the body faster and better, and the stomach will not experience discomfort, digesting the tough skin.

If, nevertheless, the body has difficulty digesting corn kernels, and discomfort is experienced, then the dish should be chewed more thoroughly, or ground in a blender. You can also use corn flour, cereals from which have a rich collection of vitamins and elements, which perfectly saturate the body with everything you need. And it acts gently on the stomach, it contains a lot of fiber, calcium, vitamins A, B and E.

As for canned sweet corn. Before use, this product should also be subjected to a little heat treatment, for example, boil, stew under a lid in vegetable or olive oil, or simply lower it into a double boiler. So the skin will become soft, and it will be easier for the beneficial substances to saturate the body.

Health benefits

Corn is useful, especially for the child's body, as well as for pregnant women. But to abuse this product while on a diet is not worth it. Since the elements contained in this cereal help strengthen the body, corn is used as a cancer prevention. And this is not a complete list of useful properties.

Regular consumption of food will improve the functioning of the nervous system and strengthen it, as well as improve memory. Vitamins contained in grains have a positive effect on brain function, accelerate and activate labor activity. The unique ability of corn is the presence of a sufficient set of minerals to improve the functioning of the digestive tract. In sufficient quantities, with proper preparation, the grains help to speed up the metabolism.

Corn - harm to the body

The only thing that negatively affects the state of the body is poorly chewed and undercooked corn. It is heavy for the stomach of children, and adults. So either take a four-hour wait near the pan, or else, forget about this not only healthy, but also incredibly tasty product.

When to start introducing corn to children

Corn is introduced to children not earlier than their teeth grow in order to “grind” it well. But it is better to start giving corn porridge to the baby with the first complementary foods, at the age of 6 months, especially if it is necessary to increase body weight, as well as normalize stools (relieves constipation). A large amount of fiber and a considerable calorie content will allow the baby to feel better, grow faster. And so, the use of crumbs of corn porridge no more than 2 times a week will not harm the gastrointestinal tract, even despite the fact that corn is poorly digested by the children's stomach.

When thinking about your child's diet, be sure to leave room for healthy grains like corn. And, as mentioned earlier, the youngest ones should choose the cob for the kids, there will be no problems in order to force the child to eat a sugary and fragrant dish. The only thing you should know is that boil the cobs for at least 4 hours before use.

It is worth introducing corn as an additional food not earlier than the baby already acquires most of the teeth, and also knows and understands well what a thorough chewing of food is. Not before a year and a half, let's try corn on the cob. Do not forget that it is necessary to warn the child about the need to thoroughly grind the grains with teeth, otherwise the tummy will hurt.

Try to separate the grains from the skins if the child asks but can't handle hard grains well enough. Initially clean the grains from the cob, so it will be easier for the child to live and get used to a new dish. This also applies to canned corn - be sure to make sure the product is fresh, clearly demonstrate to your child how to properly chew delicious grains.

Corn is one of the oldest crops. She is about 12,000 years old. This cereal culture received recognition thanks to the Spanish navigator Christopher Columbus. In Russia, the first crop was harvested only in the 17th century. In those days, the cereal was significantly different from today's corn, its cobs were only 4 cm long.

Since then, our compatriots have fallen in love with this product, and it differs not only in pleasant taste, but also in useful properties.

It produces flour and cereals, it is also very tasty and especially useful for children, because it does not contain gluten. In babies, it normalizes digestion and helps the natural cleansing of the intestines.

Why is corn so remarkable?

Sweet, juicy, fragrant - who would refuse such a delicacy? In addition, an important factor is that it does not accumulate any harmful chemicals. Corn is considered an environmentally friendly product. It will only benefit children and expectant mothers. Corn porridge and buckwheat are recommended as the first complementary foods for babies.

A valuable composition is present in its cob. For example, vitamin B4, which is responsible for our cellular health. This vital element lowers cholesterol levels, is responsible for metabolism and the functioning of the nervous system. Also, the cereal is rich in a whole complex of vitamins A, E, H and trace elements (magnesium, iodine, calcium, sodium, iodine, potassium). As it turns out, corn is quite useful for the human body. This cereal culture will help children develop properly and fully.

Even after heat treatment, the product does not lose useful substances. The main feature of this unique phenomenon is that the shells of the grains are not destroyed during cooking. I must say that this product is quite high-calorie, in principle, like everything B 100 gr. grains contain 300 kcal. It is very nutritious, so it is recommended for those who are actively involved in sports.

As it turned out, milk corn helps to remove harmful toxins and waste from the body. It has also been proven that cereal can completely normalize metabolic processes. The beneficial properties of the product on the cob will be preserved for a long time if you bought cereal that was stored in a dark place, and not in the sun.

When choosing cobs, pay attention to the leaves: in a quality product, they should fit snugly. Don't buy a very hard or too yellow crop (unless it's a specific variety). This suggests that she has overripe or stale for a long time. You can buy frozen cereal or mixtures. The right choice of corn will bring undeniable benefits.

Children can boil it, add it to salads and prepare pureed soups. If you or your baby suffer from constipation, then boiled corn kernels will help you.

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