I am an island girl, originally from Jamaica. So, when it comes to throwing down in the kitchen, I may know a thing or two. I always knew that I wanted to feed my kids freshly prepared meals. I make it a point to puree fresh fruits and veggies for my little one. But when I’m pressed for time, I don’t mind whipping out baby food in a jar. I haven’t been brave enough to have her try meats in a jar though. I know people give it to their babies all the time and I’m sure it’s safe. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be on store or shop shelving.
I’m also glad that I have a good dishwasher at home, I don’t even need to worry about any malfunctions because I have this Dishwasher help guide that gives me all the answers.
Instead I decided to cook up some rice and peas and chicken. I can’t hit her with the Jamaican style dish just yet, so I had to give her a modified version.
First, I soaked some red beans. Then boiled it until tender.
Second, I streamed brown rice (a healthier alternative to white rice).
Third, I washed, seasoned, chopped chicken. Then cooked it on the stovetop. Lastly, I put all three into my puree machine and blended everything together, added about an ounce of my breast milk and voila!
Finally, the true test…
So there you have it! Jamaican recipe with a twist. Hope you enjoyed these easy tips on how to make homemade baby food.
She liked it?! That’s awesome mama!!! Lil’ J is loving picking up her food now, and we still love that machine, I just skip the blending. What a beautiful girl you have mama, and you are quite the homemaker!!