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Farro & Apricot

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  • Nut-free
  • Dairy-free
Farro & Apricot — baby-led weaning recipe served for a 6-month-old baby
Age
6 months+
Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Difficulty
Easy

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup farro
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 2 fresh apricots or 4 dried apricots soaked

Method

  1. 01

    Rinse farro under cold water.

  2. 02

    Cook farro in 1.5 cups of water over medium-low heat for 25–30 minutes until tender.

  3. 03

    If using fresh apricots, halve, remove the pit, and steam for 5 minutes until soft. If using dried apricots, soak in warm water for 15 minutes.

  4. 04

    Blend cooked or soaked apricot until smooth. Stir apricot puree into the cooked farro, mix well, and serve warm.

Gallery

Farro & Apricot — photo 1
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How to offer

Serve warm. Apricot adds a bright, tangy-sweet flavour and is rich in vitamin A and iron.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 1 month.

Nutrition note

Farro is a nutritional powerhouse, rich in complex carbohydrates for sustained energy and dietary fiber to promote healthy digestion. It is also a good source of protein, which is essential for your baby's rapid growth and development. Additionally, it provides iron and B vitamins, supporting overall brain and nerve health.

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer

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