Bell Pepper and Sweet Potato

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The sweet potato provides a familiar, comforting base that complements the mild flavor of bell pepper. This recipe is rich in vitamins A and C, making it a healthy addition to your baby's diet.

Ingredients

  • Red bell pepper1/4 medium
  • Sweet potato1 small
  • Breastmilk2-3 tablespoon

Common allergens (USDA)

Recommended after 12 months old

Steps

  1. 1. Wash the bell pepper and sweet potato thoroughly. Peel the sweet potato and cut it into small 1/2 inch cubes. Remove the seeds and stem from the bell pepper, and cut it into small pieces.
  2. 2. Place the sweet potato cubes into a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for about 8 minutes.
  3. 3. Keep the sweet potato in the steamer, and add the bell pepper pieces to the steamer and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes. Steam them until both vegetables are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
  4. 4. Transfer the steamed vegetables to a blender or food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of water, breast milk, or formula.
  5. 5. Blend until smooth, adding more liquid if needed to reach desired consistency.
  6. 6. Let cool to room temperature before serving.

Key Nutrition

vitaminc_MG

Vitamin C

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Bell Pepper and Sweet Potato

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Complexity

Easy medium

Total Time

25 min

Serving Number

2

Age Suggestion: 6-9 months +

purees,

eat more vegetables and fruits,

thicker puree,

stage 2 (6-9m)

💩 gut health

🦠 immune system

🤲 skin health

🧠 brain development

👀 eyesight

✨ anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant

🚽 digestion

🩸 blood health

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