First Baby Food: Peas

First Baby Food: Peas
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    21

Introduce your little one to the vibrant flavors and essential nutrients of peas with this simple, homemade puree. This recipe is perfect for creating a smooth, easily digestible first food that can be prepared in advance and stored for convenient feeding.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    8 g
  • Cholesterol
    1 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    36 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 15 mins Prepare the Peas: Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the frozen peas, cover the saucepan, and steam until the peas are tender, about 15 minutes.

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Recipe View 5 mins Puree the Mixture: Transfer the steamed peas and breast milk (or formula) into a blender or food processor. Puree until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. For the smoothest texture, strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any remaining lumps or skins.

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 hrs Freeze for Later: Carefully spoon the pea puree into an ice cube tray. Cover the tray with plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn and freeze until the cubes are solid, approximately 2 to 3 hours. Once frozen, transfer the pea cubes to a resealable plastic bag, label with the date, and store in the freezer for future use.

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04 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Serve: When ready to serve, heat the desired number of pea cubes in the microwave for about 30 seconds, or until warmed through but not hot. Stir thoroughly to ensure even temperature distribution before serving to your baby.

For a thinner consistency, add a bit more breast milk or formula.
Fresh peas can be used, but frozen peas are often sweeter and more convenient.
Always test the temperature of the food before serving to your baby.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 7 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Grayson Fisherebert

    Great recipe! I substituted formula for breast milk and it worked just as well. Thanks for making a healthy option so accessible.

  • Verla Rodriguez

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and my baby loved it! Freezing in cubes made it super convenient for meal times.

  • Raquel Murazik

    I was nervous about making my own baby food, but this recipe gave me the confidence to try. The instructions were clear, and the puree turned out perfectly smooth.

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