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Pork and Apple Puree

6 ounces (180 grams) lean pork6 ounces (180 grams) potatoes6 ounces (180 grams) turnip1/4 onion1/4 apple1 1/4 cups water1 pinch sage Cut pork in small pieces and remove excess fat. Peel and cut vegetables into 1/2-inch cubes. Peel apple, remove core and dice small. Place everything in a saucepan and let simmer until well cooked. [...]

Homemade Baby Formula

If prepared properly, this still ranks third. Breastfeeding ranks first and commercial formulas second. Under certain circumstances, it may be alright to use homemade formula, but consult your baby’s pediatrician before introducing this to your infant. 2 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk32 ounces water2 tablespoons Karo syrup3ml Poly Vi Sol Vitamins Mix thoroughly.

Baby Fruits

A variety of fruits (pears and apples are good) Cut each fruit into quarters, then put into a bowl and cover to microwave for about 4 minutes. Chop fruit with an electric blender or chopper. You can use immediately or store by freezing in ice cube trays. When frozen, pop the fruit cubes out of [...]

Baby Vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetablesBroccoli, washed Put the amount of vegetables you want to use in a ceramic or Corning Ware bowl with a little HOT water. Cover with a paper towel. Microwave for about 4 to 5 minutes. Chop vegetables using an electric blender or chopper. You can use the vegetables immediately or freeze them in [...]

Meat Balls

For 10 months or older. 1/2 pound lean ground beef or pork1/2 cup mashed potatoes or rolled oats Combine the meat and potatoes or oatmeal, mixing well. Form into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes, or cook in a skillet [...]

Creamed Chicken and Potato

2 teaspoons margarine1 teaspoon flour1/4 cup 2% milk1/4 cup chicken, cooked, boned and shredded1/4 potato, baked and diced1 tablespoon grated Cheddar cheese Melt margarine in small heavy pan over low heat. Stir in flour, and blend well. Add milk, and stir until smooth. Cook over low heat until mixture begins to thicken, then add chicken [...]

Teething Sticks

2/3 cup milk4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled1 tablespoon brown sugar1 cup plain, untoasted wheat germ1 cup whole wheat flour Beat together the milk, butter and sugar. Stir in the wheat germ and enough flour to make a dough. Knead until smooth and satiny, about 8 to 10 minutes. Pinch off balls of dough and [...]

Hawaiian Pork and Rice Dinner

For 10 months or older. 1/4 cup ground pork2 cups water1/4 cup rice, uncooked1/2 cup peaches, peeled and sliced (fresh preferred)1/4 cup pineapple chunks Bring pork and 1 cup of the water to boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes. Drain, refrigerating reserved liquid. Add rice, remaining 1 cup water, peaches and pineapple to meat. [...]

Banana-Oatmeal Cereal

For 8 months and older. 1/4 cup rolled oats1/2 cup milk or formula1/3 cup whole banana1/4 cup milk or formula Combine oats and 1/2 cup formula. Bring to a boil, and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, mash banana and 1/4 cup formula. Combine banana and oatmeal mixtures. Serve warmed or cold. VariationUse infant oatmeal [...]

Basic Meat and Potatoes Dinner

For 10 months and older. 1/2 cup ground or cubed cooked meat    (chicken, turkey, beef, or pork)1/4 cup cooked vegetable pieces (peas,    carrots, squash, green beans, corn)1/4 cup cooked rice, potato or enriched pasta1/4 cup milk or formula Combine and blend or mash all ingredients until few lumps remain. CombinationsBeef, peas and potatoesChicken, carrots and [...]

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