Pear Puree
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 8 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears (such as Bartlett or Bosc)
- 2 tbsp water
Method
- 01
Peel, core, and dice 2 ripe pears into small even pieces.
- 02
Place the pear pieces in a small saucepan and add just enough water to cover the bottom of the pan.
- 03
Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 6–8 minutes until the pear is very soft.
- 04
Transfer the cooked pear to a blender and blend until silky smooth, adding a little cooking liquid to adjust consistency.
- 05
Cool completely before serving.
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How to offer
Serve on a soft spoon. Pear puree pairs beautifully with oatmeal or sweet potato puree.
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
The variety of vitamins and minerals found in pears includes copper, which helps the body absorb iron, vitamin C and other antioxidants, which support a strong immune system, and vitamin K. The majority of the fiber in pears, which is known to be abundant, is located in the skin.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
