I have been sharing veg and fruit purees, porridges, health powders for babies till now.
Now coming to today’s recipe. Potatoes are usually bland by their nature. So I love to add other sweet veggies to it to make it tastier for babies. Normally I add some sweet carrots to it, I even add a piece of beetroots too. Potatoes make this puree more creamy and carrots add a natural sweetness to this puree too.
Things to remember:
1) The texture of the puree depends upon you, I would recommend you to make the puree smooth.
2) Your baby won't empty the whole bowl all at once, start with few spoons then increase it gradually as days pass by.
3) In my opinion & experience potatoes won't cause any constipation in babies. But it may cause gas in some babies. Anyhow, I won't feed this puree daily, I give it two times a week.
4) I don’t prefer freezing purees. I make it fresh every day. But if you are busy or find difficult to get time, then freeze it in individual containers and thaw it overnight in the fridge.
5) When choosing potatoes, get firm, white variety.
6) Potato and carrots are less likely to have any allergenic reactions.
How to make Carrot & Potato Puree:
Choose a fresh, firm potato and carrot. Wash them well. Peel them slightly. Cube them. Put them in water and wash them well till there is no starch.
Now transfer them in a saucepan, cover them with clean water.
Place it on the stove and bring it to boil. Cover it and simmer it. Cook for 12 to 15 mins till the veggies are completely cooked.
Now drain the veggies to a bowl or a mixer. Reserve the cooking liquid.
You can puree them in a blender or use a hand-blender. Use the reserved liquid to thin the puree if needed.
Transfer this to a bowl and feed your baby with a spoon.
