Vegan Parsnip and Pear Baby Food

The Perfect Parsnip!

Why do we at Petit Organics love the parsnip? Well, for a starter, parsnips are an ideal first food for babies; their sweet, nutty flavor will help to prime your little one's palate for vegetables.  Parsnips are loaded with essential fiber, Omega-3's and vitamins such as Folic Acid, Potassium, Iron and Calcium which help your baby grow and thrive.

When incorporated into your family's daily diet, parsnips provide a long list of health benefits: they help strengthen the immune system, prevent colds and infections, support strong bones, ease digestion and improve iron absorption. A root vegetable that tastes great with a seemingly endless list of nutritional benefits: you just can't go wrong with the Parsnip!  It's Perfect!

Vegan Parsnip and Pear Baby Food

Ingredients 

• 7 large parsnips, peeled, cooked and pureed
• 3 containers Petit Organics Simply Pears
• 2-4 cups water
• 1 tsp cardamom
• Black pepper and sea salt to taste

Preparation

1. Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan and bring to a low boil.
2. Reduce heat and let simmer 5-10 min.  Option to garnish with a fresh herb like dill, parsley or sage.  Serve warm.
3. BONUS: This can actually be served as a scrumptious soup on a cold winter day for the entire family!

Yields 4 servings.  Bon appetit to you and your bébés!

Over the Moon for Oats!

Oat FAQs:

Oats, oat bran, and oatmeal are all whole grains that are packed with fiber and phytonutrients. They help increase energy levels and minimize the incidence of asthma in children. This awesome grain also boasts an impressive nutritional profile of antioxidants such as magnesium, zinc, phosphorus and Vitamin E.  Oats derive their nutty flavor from the roasting process that takes place after harvesting and cleaning. Interestingly, oats also retain their germ and bran which allows them to maintain their complete nutritional makeup. This is a fantastic grain for the vegan and gluten-free foodies out there!

Vegan Pear-Oat Super Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 containers Petit Organics Simply Pear (or two medium pears, cooked and pureed)
• 1/2 cup water  
• 2 ripe bananas 
• 1/2 cup uncooked organic quick oats
• 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves (optional) 
• 5 ice cubes  

Preparation     

Puree all ingredients in a blender until smooth and creamy, about two to three minutes. Serve room temperature or chilled. You can also pour this mixture into Popsicle molds for a delicious and healthy afternoon indulgence!

Yields 2 - 3 servings.  Bon appétit to you and your bébés!