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Parsnip, Spinach & Sweet Potato

Name: Parsnip, Spinach & Sweet Potato
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: A knob of unsalted dairy free margarine, or butter 1 medium parsnip, peeled and diced 250g sweet potato 1 apple, peeled, cored and diced 250ml unsalted vegetable stock, or water 75g baby spinach

Parsnip, spinach and sweet potato make this is a powerhouse of a puree which is great for growing little ones. Top tip – add a tiny bit of grated apple for a sweet fruity zing.

Dairy-free

Egg-free

Gluten-free

Nut-free

Vegetarian

: Prep Time: 10 minutes
: Cook Time: 20 minutes
: Makes: 5 portions
: Great for: Healthy Baby Recipe & Meal Ideas , First Foods , 6-9 Months , 9-12 Months
: Suitable for Freezing

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Ingredients

A knob of unsalted dairy free margarine, or butter
1 medium parsnip, peeled and diced
250g sweet potato
1 apple, peeled, cored and diced
250ml unsalted vegetable stock, or water
75g baby spinach

Method

Melt the butter in a saucepan.
Add the diced parsnip, sweet potato and apple.
Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, then add the stock or water.
Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes until tender.
Add the spinach and simmer for 2 minutes.
Puree in a blender until smooth or until you reach the desired consistency for your baby.