May 14, 2012
It’s another “Baby Food from Dinner Food” post! This awful looking meal is actually very tasty and it’s name is quite fitting. It has endless opportunities for little fingers to dig in and chase grains of rice, meat and veggies all around the bowl or tray. The family dog will be grateful for this meal [...]
April 11, 2012
Many parents are often confused about offering their little ones meat(s). They most first wonder when to introduce meats to their babies and then, they worry about what type of meat to introduce first. The appropriate age to introduce meats to babies tends to be just as confusing as introducing solids as a whole! It’s [...]
February 23, 2012
Salmon is a super food! Omega 3′s, protein, iron, calcium and, Vitamin D! Salmon are rich in Vitamin D making salmon a perfect entree choice during the winter months. One 3 ounce can of sockeye salmon contains the following amounts of Vitamin D: Vitamin D (D2 + D3) µg 17.8 Vitamin D IU 715 I [...]
January 12, 2012
The other night we had steamed broccoli, brown rice and salmon for dinner. It was a quick meal to prepare and not fancy or gourmet at all. I love being able to throw together a meal that is simple yet delicious and nutritious. As my babies were exploring the wonderful world of solid foods, I [...]
November 1, 2011
I wish you could have been in my kitchen as this stock was simmering on the stove top! You could really smell the taste of warm chicken noodle soup, quinoa pilaf, chicken pot pie and so many other recipes that can benefit from a wholesome homemade stock recipe. Chicken stock can be a blessing during [...]
September 16, 2011
If you have ever opened a jar of commercial chicken meat baby food, you likely had the same reaction as many parents – ICK! Making your own homemade chicken baby food (puree or not) is as simple as baking some chicken, cooling it off and then whizzing it up! 1 baked chicken thigh and 1 [...]
December 28, 2010
Ahh, Christmas has passed and what a wonderful time it was. I hope that all of you enjoyed your holiday as well! If you have some leftover Turkey (it’s almost time to freeze it or toss it!), saute it up with some veggies and serve it over Spaghetti Squash! This recipe is 100% allergen free [...]
October 12, 2010
This post is a do-over but this time, with pictures. We had oatmeal encrusted cod last night. Debbi on the Wholesome Baby Food FB Fan page had asked about using panko for her little babies so I thought I would take pictures of our Oatmeal Cod for her, and for all of you Oatmeal [...]
September 3, 2010
I’m finally getting around to posting the ham & cheese muffin recipe. My kiddos loved these muffins so much and helped me make some changes to the recipe. The number 1 request was “More Cheese!” These muffins would be suitable for babies 9 months and up who do well with texture. Let them smoosh away [...]
June 14, 2010
If your older baby loves texture and has readily adapted to self-feeding, give this fish recipe a try. Bonus, no need to make a different meal for baby! Great for the whole family, this fish is lightly fried and goes really well with a rice or quinoa pilaf! Oatmeal Crusted Haddock or Cod What [...]
March 17, 2010
Will you be offering your little one a St. Patrick’s Day feast today? A typical and “traditional” Irish St. Patrick’s Day feast includes either a stew or corned beef and cabbage with potatoes. These foods may be easily mashed, chopped and/or pureed to accommodate your little leprechaun’s needs. All of these foods are suitable for [...]
February 19, 2009
I’ve been thinking about making a nice hearty fish chowder. It’s such a hassle to make a truly tasty and hearty fish chowder, in a manner befitting an adult palate that is. So taking an old recipe and giving many of the fish ingredients the heave-ho, we think this recipe is great and satisfies the [...]