Baby Food Baked Quinoa W White Beans And Veggies 8 Months Recipes

HOMEMADE QUINOA BABY CEREAL (4+ MONTHS)

Steps:

• Cook: In a small saucepan, bring the liquid to a boil. Add quinoa and stir. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 12 minutes. Take off of heat, and let sit for 5 minutes.
• Puree: Transfer the quinoa to a blender or food processor and puree for 2 minutes for a completely smooth puree or pulse for 1 minute for a chunky puree. If the puree is too thick, you may need to add in additional liquid. Start by adding in 1/4 cup of liquid at a time until you reach your desired consistency. I added 1/4 cup of water to get the perfect consistency for me (what you see in the photos).
• Serve: let cool and serve to baby or spoon into a storage tray and freeze for future use.

QUINOA WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Place vegetables and garlic in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until tender, stirring once., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork., Transfer vegetables and quinoa to a large bowl. Whisk the vinegar, mustard and remaining oil; drizzle over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with herbs: toss to combine.

BABY FOOD: BAKED QUINOA W/ WHITE BEANS AND VEGGIES (8 MONTHS +)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F Cook quinoa according to box. Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add chopped zucchini and cannellini beans and saute for 5 or so minutes. Add frozen veggies, can of diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and add cooked quinoa, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, and marinara sauce and mix together. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spray a deep baking dish with cooking spray and transfer quinoa mixture to baking dish. Place in oven and cook for 30 minutes. Let cool and then serve. If pureeing, puree your little one's portion with a little water and blend until desired texture. Enjoy!