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Healthy and Tasty Baby Food Recipe: Veggie & Pasta Mix for 8 Months and Up


Introducing your little one to new foods can be both exciting and challenging. While you want to make sure that your baby gets all the necessary nutrients, you also want to make sure that they enjoy the food. That’s where this delicious and healthy Veggie & Pasta Mix comes in – perfect for babies 8 months and up!

This recipe is packed with fresh and nutritious vegetables, including carrots and zucchini, and is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. What’s more, it’s a great way to introduce your baby to new textures and flavors, and it’s easy to adjust the consistency to suit your baby’s needs.

To make this delicious Veggie & Pasta Mix, you will need:

Ingredients:

  • 1 onion
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 0.5 tsp oregano
  • 2 carrots
  • 150 g zucchini
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 250 ml vegetable stock
  • 125 ml pasta

Instructions:

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, cook onion in olive oil until soft.
  2. Add garlic and oregano; stir.
  3. Add chopped carrots, zucchini, tomato paste, and stock. Stir and bring to a boil.
  4. Add pasta. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes until carrots are tender.
  5. Once all the veggies are tender, remove from heat and puree until smooth. Add water, if necessary.
  6. First purees do not need any seasoning, gradually add freshly chopped herbs instead.

It’s important to note that you should use fresh herbs instead of seasoning when making this recipe for your little one. First purees do not need any seasoning, and gradually adding freshly chopped herbs will give the dish a nice flavor without overpowering it.

This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, with key vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, K, and folates. It’s also a great way to introduce your baby to new vegetables and textures, which can help develop their palate and encourage them to try new foods in the future.

So if you’re looking for a healthy and tasty meal for your little one, try making this Veggie & Pasta Mix today. Your baby will love it, and you’ll love how easy it is to make!