5 Iron Rich easy recipes to give your bub!

Introducing iron-rich foods to your 7-month-old is essential for their growth and development. Here are five simple and nutritious recipes that are suitable for a 7-month-old and packed with iron:

1. Iron-Fortified Cereal with Pureed Fruit:

   • Ingredients:
     • Iron-fortified infant rice cereal
     • Mashed bananas or pureed apples
   • Instructions:
     1. Prepare the iron-fortified rice cereal according to the package instructions.
     2. Mix in mashed bananas or pureed apples for added flavor and nutrition.
     3. Ensure the mixture is cooled to a safe temperature before feeding your baby.

2. Sweet Potato and Lentil Puree:

   • Ingredients:
     • 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
     • 1/4 cup red lentils
     • 1 cup water or low-sodium vegetable broth
   • Instructions:
     1. Combine sweet potato, lentils, and water or vegetable broth in a pot.
     2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until both the sweet potato and lentils are soft.
     3. Blend the mixture into a smooth puree using a blender or food processor. Allow it to cool before serving.

3. Chicken and Spinach Puree:

   • Ingredients:
     • 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
     • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, washed and chopped
   • Instructions:
     1. Steam or boil the chicken breast until it's fully cooked.
     2. Blend the cooked chicken with the chopped spinach until you achieve a smooth puree.
     3. Cool the mixture and serve.

4. Beef and Carrot Puree:

   • Ingredients:
     • 1/4 cup lean ground beef
     • 1 carrot, peeled and diced
   • Instructions:
     1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces.
     2. Steam or boil the diced carrot until it's tender.
     3. Blend the cooked beef and carrot together into a smooth puree, adding a little water if necessary. Cool before serving.

5. Iron-Rich Oatmeal with Blueberries:

   • Ingredients:
     • Iron-fortified infant oatmeal
     • Fresh or frozen blueberries
   • Instructions:
     1. Prepare the iron-fortified oatmeal following the package instructions.
     2. Add fresh or thawed frozen blueberries to the oatmeal for added flavor and nutrition.
     3. Ensure the mixture is cooled to a safe temperature before feeding your baby.

Remember to introduce one new food at a time and watch for any allergic reactions. Always consult with your pediatrician before introducing new foods into your baby's diet. Additionally, make sure the textures are appropriate for your baby's stage of development, gradually transitioning from purees to mashed and soft solids as your baby becomes more comfortable with eating solids.