Weaning recipe: Lentil & sweet potato purée

Per serving

24kcal
0.6гProteins
0.2гFats
Carbs

Babies tend to love the taste of sweet potato, here we’ve combined it with lentils which are a rich source of protein, iron and fibre. You can also add a dollop of yogurt for an extra protein boost

Ingredients

475 serv.
  • butterknob of
  • ground corianderpinch

    (optional)

  • red split lentils50g g

    thoroughly rinsed

  • sweet potatoes375g g

    peeled and cut into chunks

  • yogurt1-2 tbsp tbsp

    (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the butter in a saucepan, add the coriander, if using and cook for 1 min. Stir in the lentils and sweet potatoes, then pour in enough water to just cover.

  2. 2

    Bring to the boil, then cover and simmer for 15 mins or until the lentils and sweet potatoes are tender.

  3. 3

    Drain, then mash together. Stir through the yogurt, if using.

Source: bbcgoodfood.com
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