While many parents find making their own homemade baby food to be rewarding, sometimes getting a fine purée of meat can be frustrating. Rather dealing with lumpy or pasty baby food, you can use these tips to get a purée that is smooth and tasty. Your baby will be sure to gobble it up off the spoon.
Tips for Puréeing Meat for Baby Food
- Not only let your meat cool, but purée it while it is cold. Let it refrigerate and give it a good chill.
- Chop up the meat into 1 - 2 inch sections.
- Pre-grind the meat to a clumpy, powdery texture before attempting a full-powered purée.
- Use juices from the meat, breastmilk, formula, or a puréed fruit or veggie to help get a smooth consistency.
- If using hot or warm meat is preferred, use a poach, boil, or slow-cook method. This will help the meat retain juices and allow for a smoother mash.
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