Apple & Prune Puree
Prunes can be a good source of antioxidants for babies. If your baby is prone to constipation, a couple cubes of prunes a day should help keep their motions regular! Babies seldom reject the flavour as these are pretty yum!
| Serves | Preparation Time | Cooking Time |
| 1 People | 15 Minutes | 10 Minutes |
Ingredients
- 8 organic fuji apples
- 20 organic prunes
- 8-10 oz water (for a thicker puree, use less water)
Method
Step 1
Wash the apples. Cut in half and remove seeds and stems.
Step 2
Cut each half into 4-6 pieces.
Step 3
Remove pits from prunes or get pitted prunes if you want to save time.
Step 4
Put apples, prunes, and water into a large saucepan.
Step 5
Cover and cook on high flame.
Step 6
Cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool a little.
Step 7
Pour everything into a blender, puree until smooth.
Step 8
Feed you baby instantly.
Step 9
If you wish to store for later use, pour into ice cube trays and allow it to cool. Cover/wrap, and freeze.
Step 10
Thaw in the fridge the night before use. You can also thaw by putting the ice cubes in a bowl over another bowl of hot water on the counter to defrost.
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