Asparagus Baby Food
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Makes about six 1/4-cup servings

Featuring in-season, fresh asparagus (preferably organic), this is just right for your little one as is, but combine with puréed potatoes or apples if their tiny taste buds prefer.

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    Ingredients: 
    • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
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    Method: 

    Steam in a steamer basket set over 1 inch of water in a large, covered pot until tender, about 10 minutes; reserve cooking water. Purée in a food processor until smooth, adding a tablespoon or 2 of the cooking water, if needed. If desired, push purée through a fine sieve. Cover and chill for up to 3 days, or freeze in tightly sealed containers.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:100 calories (0 from fat), 0g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 0mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (10g dietary fiber, 10g sugar), 10g protein
    Special Diets: 

    Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember — we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information. See our Terms of Service.

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