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Wholesome suppers for hungry toddlers
These hearty and healthy suppers are perfect for chilly winter nights and will fill up hungry tummies!
• CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO RISOTTO
This tasty risotto includes Squish 100% Pear + Sweet Potato Puree. Sweet potato is great to add to your little one’s diet – it contains beta carotene and vitamin C which help keep the immune system strong. Squish 100% Fruit and Veg Purees are a smart choice for busy parents – they are made with fresh fruit and vegetables and are free of nasties like colourants, flavourants and preservatives.
Ingredients
½ tsp butter
¼ cup risotto rice
1½ cups vegetable stock, warmed
1 chicken breast, steamed and shredded
1 x 110 ml Squish 100% Pear + Sweet Potato Puree
Method
Melt butter in a small saucepan. Add the risotto rice and stir to coat all the grains.
Add ¼ cup of stock and stir gently until the liquid is absorbed by the rice. Continue cooking and stirring, adding one measure of stock at a time until the rice is tender.
Stir in the shredded chicken and Squish 100% Pear + Sweet Potato Puree then remove from heat and serve
TIP: This recipe makes 4 large or 6 small portions, so you can freeze the leftovers for quick suppers on busy nights.
• VEGGIE MAC AND CHEESE
Mac and cheese is always a winner! Thanks to the added Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree, this version is full of wholesome goodness.
Ingredients
1 x 110 ml Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree
1 cup milk
salt and pepper
1 cup cooked macaroni pasta, drained
½ cup cheddar cheese
¼ cup cream cheese
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ cup breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp butter
Method
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Mix the Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree and milk together, then add the drained pasta. Add the cheddar and cream cheeses and stir well to combine. Season to taste with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Spoon into ramekins, top with breadcrumbs and a dot of butter. Bake in an oven pre-heated to 180°C for 20 minutes or until lightly golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
TIP: You can also switch it up and try a different flavour like Squish 100% Mixed Vegetable.
• BUTTERNUT AND CARROT MASHED POTATO
This veggie mash is wholesome and hearty enough for your little one to enjoy as a meal all on its own, but if you have any leftover chicken or tuna in the fridge you can shred it and add it into the mix for added flavour and protein.
Ingredients
1 cup mashed potato
1 x 110 ml Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree
Method
Heat mash in microwave and stir through Squish 100% Butternut + Carrot Puree.
Steam broccoli and serve alongside mash as dippers.
TIP: Steam some tender stem broccoli and serve it with the mash for dipping.