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Soft Beef and Veggie Stew Baby Meal Variation 16

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This delightful Soft Beef and Veggie Stew is designed with your little ones in mind! With its tender bites of beef and a medley of veggies, this dish is both nutritious and gentle on tiny tummies. Cooked to a soft texture and served in small portions, it’s perfect for babies aged 12 to 24 months. Feel free to adjust the vegetable varieties based on your baby’s preferences and try adding herbs for a flavorful twist as they grow!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: From 12 to 24 Months
Cuisine: Baby Food
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g beef chuck, diced
  • 150 g carrots, peeled and diced
  • 100 g potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 100 g zucchini, diced
  • 50 g peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 500 ml low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • a pinch salt
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Deep fryer or large pot
  • Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced carrots, potatoes, and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add the bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let it cook for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables and beef are very tender.
  6. Remove bay leaf from the stew and, if desired, blend lightly for an even softer texture for younger babies, or serve as is for older babies.
  7. Allow the stew to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different vegetables! Sweet potatoes, peas, or butternut squash can be great alternatives.
If your little one is still adjusting to new textures, simply blend or mash the meal to the desired consistency.
This stew can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month.
When reheating, be sure to check that it’s warm throughout and allow it to cool down to a safe temperature before serving to your little chef!

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