Macaroni & Cheese Puree

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup macaroni pasta
• 2 tablespoons grated mild cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons breast milk or whole milk

Method

1. 01

   Bring a pot of unsalted water to a boil. Cook macaroni for 2–3 minutes longer than package directions until very soft.

2. 02

   Drain macaroni and return to the pot.

3. 03

   Add breast milk, formula, or whole milk and grated mild cheddar cheese to the warm macaroni.

4. 04

   Stir over low heat until the cheese is fully melted and a creamy sauce forms. Blend to a smooth puree for younger babies or mash with a fork for older babies. Serve warm.

How to offer

Serve warm. A classic first pasta dish — the mild cheese adds calcium and encourages babies to enjoy new textures.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Not recommended for freezing once cheese is added.

Nutrition note

Wheat-based macaroni provides energy-dense carbohydrates to fuel your baby's active days. When choosing whole-grain varieties, you also provide fiber for gut health and B-vitamins for brain development.

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