Broccoli Puree and Cheese
Blood Sugar: 3Servings: 6Preparation Time: 15minMeal Category: Lunch
Micronutrients:Vitamin CFolateCalcium
Macronutrients per 100g
Energy
39kcal
Sugar
1g
Fat
0g
Fiber
2g
Sat fat
0g
Protein
3g
Carbs
6g
Sodium
36mg
Ingredients
525g / 18.52oz broken into florets Broccoli, a sprinkle grated Mild cheese
Preparation
1. Steam 525g / 18.52oz broken into florets Broccoli for 5-10 minutes with the lid on until soft. Reserve the liquid. 2. Blend the cooked Broccoli in a food processor or using a hand-blender until smooth. Use a little of the reserved cooking liquid or baby milk to thin it out to the correct consistency. 3. Strain it through a sieve to remove any fibrous bits. 4. If adding, sprinkle grated Mild cheese over now. Allow to cool.
Micronutrients % of RDI
Iron
1% of RDI
Magnesium
21% of RDI
Vitamin C
91% of RDI
Omega 3
0% of RDI
Vitamin A
8% of RDI
Calcium
46% of RDI
Folate
65% of RDI
Good to know
Introduce broccoli a little later in the weaning process to avoid gas. Cauliflower, beans, fresh peas, and asparagus can be cooked similarly but may also cause gas. Hold back before introducing them and remember to strain the puree.
How to Prepare
1. Steam 525g / 18.52oz broken into florets Broccoli for 5-10 minutes with the lid on until soft. Reserve the liquid. 2. Blend the cooked Broccoli in a food processor or using a hand-blender until smooth. Use a little of the reserved cooking liquid or baby milk to thin it out to the correct consistency. 3. Strain it through a sieve to remove any fibrous bits. 4. If adding, sprinkle grated Mild cheese over now. Allow to cool.
Good to Know
Introduce broccoli a little later in the weaning process to avoid gas. Cauliflower, beans, fresh peas, and asparagus can be cooked similarly but may also cause gas. Hold back before introducing them and remember to strain the puree.
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