- Age
- 12 months+
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 40 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
Ingredients
- 200g ground beef
- 3 medium potatoes, cubed
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup low-sodium beef stock
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Splash of whole milk
Method
- 01
Peel and cube 3 medium potatoes. Boil in unsalted water for 15 minutes until very tender. Drain and mash with 1 tbsp butter and a splash of whole milk until smooth.
- 02
Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Add 200g ground beef and cook until browned. Add 1 diced carrot and 1/2 cup frozen peas.
- 03
Add 1/2 cup no-salt beef stock and a tiny splash of Worcestershire sauce (optional). Stir and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce is thick and the carrot is tender.
- 04
Transfer the beef mixture to a small oven-safe dish. Spread the mashed potato evenly on top, smoothing with a fork.
- 05
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until the potato top is lightly golden. Cool before serving.
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How to offer
Serve in small portions, cut into age-appropriate pieces. The creamy mashed potato topping is easy for 12-month-olds. Scoop sections so baby gets all layers together. A true family classic.
Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
Nutrition note
Excellent source of iron (highly bioavailable heme iron), zinc, protein, and B12. Contains selenium and B vitamins.
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