Mashed potatoes
Potatoes are starchy foods rich in carbohydrates and a child’s favourite first food. Carbohydrates are a quick fuel for your child to stay active. Just boil and mash them for your bub. They help in healthy weight gain of your child. You can add formula milk to this mash in case you need it to be more creamy.
| Serves | Preparation Time | Cooking Time |
| 2 People | 5 Minutes | 15 Minutes |
Ingredients
- 2 medium potatoes
Method
Step 1
Boil potatoes in a pressure cooker till 2-3 whistles.
Step 2
Allow to cool.
Step 3
Peel and mash the potatoes with fingers or spoon.
Step 4
Add water or formula milk to thin down the consistency if required.
Step 5
Serve at room temperature. If not serving immediately, then refrigerate it.
Nutritional Information
Calories 134 (560 kJ)
Calories from fat 1<br/
Calories from fat 1<br/
| Total Fat | 0.2 g 1% | Sat. Fat | 0.1 g 1% |
| Sodium | 8 mg 1% | Total Carbs. | 31.2 g 10% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g 11% | Sugars | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 2.7 g | Calcium | 12.5 mg |
| Potassium | 511.7 mg |
Tip: You can add salt or sugar to the mash, only if needed.
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