As I embarked on this whole Get Real journey I knew one of the challenging items in our home was going to be cereal bars. I was aware they contained high fructose corn syrup and other ingredients I couldn’t pronounce but they are an absolute staple in our home, for my son in particular. This [...]
Dried apricots are full of iron and vitamins A and C. This sweet puree is great on its own, or swirled into baby’s cereal or added to a meat puree for flavor.
These sealed sandwiches work great in lunchboxes, and are just pennies a sandwich, compared to the store-bought version.
Most kids like things in miniature and these turnovers are the perfect size for a toddler. These football turnovers are similar to a calzone, but with a pastry crust instead of a bread crust and filled with ground beef, tomato sauce, and cheese.
Chicken strips dipped in yogurt then dredged in breadbrumbs for a nice crispy exterior with a moist inside.
Banana, peanut butter, and chocolate or coconut makes a tasty snack for your toddlers.
Meatballs from the freezer combined with a prepared pasta sauce and spaghetti noodles from the pantry makes a great weeknight dinner.
Hide some fruit and veggies in this delicious smoothie for your picky eater!
The pairing of the grilled cheese croutons and the roasted tomatoes in this tomato soup makes for a perfect combination.
Chocolately-gooey goodness for the little (and big!) kids in your life. These brownies are delicious and are sure to disappear quickly.
A homemade alternative to store-bought chewy granola bars.
Blueberry granola pancakes are filled with lots of good grains and even a little fruit so you don’t have to feel guilty about serving them for dinner if your child requests them.
Muffins make a great breakfast to grab on the go and are one of the easiest food items to keep in the freezer. I love to keep them in the freezer because then they are always fresh! Only 20 seconds in the microwave and they taste fresh from the oven.
An alternative to traditional burgers for your toddler. These burgers are packed with sweet potatoes, ham, carrots, and potatoes – a delicious combination!
Traditional pumpkin pie uses many ingredients that are unsuitable but its still fun to allow your baby to enjoy some of the flavors of a holiday meal. This recipe for baby food pumpkin pie is a great alternative and is very healthy for your baby!
A homemade savory dressing suitable for an older baby or even the toddlers in your family! The dressing is easy to make and can be cooked alongside your traditional dressing as you prepare your holiday meal.
One thing that I love to have ready in the freezer are baked goods. These little scones topped with a little jam make a quick breakfast, but they also make perfect side at lunch or dinner.
From cereals to fruit and vegetable purees, there really is no need to rely on prepackaged foods for your baby. Here are some great first food recipes to try for introducing solids to your baby.
Once prepared, baby food purees can be frozen and kept in the freezer making homemade baby food just as convenient as jarred baby food.
Interested in making your own baby food but not sure where to start? Read about the benefits of making your own baby food, plus some great recipes to get you started.
