Baby Oatmeal with Apple

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 small apple

Method

1. 01

   Peel, core, and chop the apple into small pieces.

2. 02

   Place apple pieces in a small saucepan with 2 tablespoons of water, cover and cook over medium-low heat for 5–6 minutes until very soft.

3. 03

   Meanwhile, cook rolled oats in water according to package directions until thick and creamy, about 5 minutes.

4. 04

   Blend or mash the cooked apple to a smooth puree, then stir into the cooked oatmeal until well combined. Serve warm.

How to offer

Serve warm in a small bowl. Start with 1–2 teaspoons and gradually increase portion size.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Not recommended for freezing once mixed with fruit.

Nutrition note

Contains protein, B1 and B5 vitamins, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and manganese. A fantastic source of soluble fibers as well. Oats must be administered with water in the form of oatmeal or water can be given after consuming an oat-based recipe in order to have a stool-loosening effect. In addition to being rich in nutritious carbs, oatmeal and oats also include beta-glucan, a unique type of fiber that is particularly good for the gut and immune system. With smaller levels of other minerals, such as folate, choline, iron, magnesium, and selenium, to name a few, they are a wonderful source of zinc, which promotes a baby's immune system, sense of taste, and sense of smell.

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