Butternut Squash, Carrot and Blueberry Puree

Ingredients

• Half a medium carrot
• 6-7 cubes of butternut squash
• 1 cup of boiled blueberries

Method

1. 01

   Peel and cube the butternut squash and boil it together with peeled carrots. You can boil it in water or steam it. You can also roast it in the oven for a more flavorful result.

2. 02

   Mash the boiled and softened blueberries and add them to the mixture. Mash everything with a fork or blend it for a smooth texture. Tip: To adjust the consistency, you can add olive oil or breast milk or formula milk. Adding breast milk or formula familiar to your baby can ease the transition to solid food. Your baby will be more willing to eat something with a familiar taste. Adding olive oil (about 1 teaspoon) will aid digestion.

How to offer

Serve in a bowl with a spoon or feed your baby with a spoon.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Alternatively, you can freeze it in ice cube trays for longer storage.

Nutrition note

Carrots are a good source of vitamin B6, a necessary ingredient for a baby's body to grow and develop, as well as fiber to help with digestion. They also contain carotenoids, which are elements that turn into vitamin A in the body and helps eye development. Raw carrots may soften stool, however cooked carrots may bind stool. Children may experience constipation in different ways, though. Overall, carrots may aid with constipation because of their high fiber content when consumed with proper fluids, exercise, and other fiber-rich foods.

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