Broccoli & Cauliflower Blend

Ingredients

• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup cauliflower florets

Method

1. 01

   Wash and cut 1 cup of broccoli florets and 1 cup of cauliflower florets into small, even pieces.

2. 02

   Place florets in a steamer basket set over a pot of boiling water.

3. 03

   Cover and steam for 10-12 minutes until both are very tender when pierced with a fork.

4. 04

   Transfer to a blender with 3-4 tablespoons of the steaming liquid.

5. 05

   Blend until silky smooth, adjusting liquid to reach a thin puree consistency suitable for beginners.

How to offer

Mix with a small amount of breast milk or formula to thin further for very early eaters.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 2 months.

Nutrition note

Broccoli is typically one of the favorites to start meals with because it is so simple for babies to grasp. So that the baby may grasp the stem easily, cook and separate the florets. Broccoli is a very nutritious food and also a fantastic source of vitamin A, which promotes the health of the eyes. In addition, broccoli has fiber for a healthy digestive system, vitamin B6 and folate for growth and brain development. Broccoli is also rich in chemicals which may prevent the growth of a number of cancers.

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