Find quick, nutritious, and easy to make baby food purees with this Stage 1 baby food list<\/strong>. It\u2019s a quick-reference guide to starting solids with nutrient-dense foods that are also yummy!<\/em><\/p>\n It can be really easy to make homemade baby food recipes<\/a> when you realize how simple it is to turn whole ingredients into simple Stage 1 purees.<\/p>\n SUMMARIZE & SAVE THIS CONTENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n When my kids started solids<\/a>, I used a combination approach that relied on simple baby-led weaning foods<\/a> and baby food purees. To me, this is the easiest way to go since it gives you all of the options. But even if you focus just on purees, the ones here are some of our favorites.<\/p>\n Find single ingredient baby foods made from fruits, veggies, proteins, and more to make it easier to feed baby nutritious, affordable meals at home.<\/p>\n (You may also like my tips on Baby Food Storage<\/a> and Baby Food Combinations<\/a>.)<\/p>\n This Apple Puree is a smaller batch and a simplified version of my\u00a0Crock Pot Applesauce<\/a>\u00a0and is smoother. It\u2019s a great Stage 1 baby food, though you can gradually blend it a little less smooth to make it Stage 2 and beyond.<\/p>\n There\u2019s no one right serving size for every child, so start with a smaller amount and offer more as indicated by baby. When they turn their head or close their mouth, end the meal\u2014it\u2019s usually pretty obvious when they want to be done!<\/p>\n Best Apple Puree (with Flavor Combinations + Storage Tips))<\/a>\n<\/div>\n Your toddler won\u2019t eat? Help is here!<\/p>\n Sign up for our email updates to get tips and ideas sent your way!<\/p>\n <\/div>\n Learn how to make SO EASY avocado puree for your baby\u2014and the best way to prevent it from browning so you can store leftovers for later.<\/p>\n This easy baby food is rich in healthy fats, super smooth, and has a mellow flavor. This is a great puree to make when you’re eating something like tacos so you can have some, too!<\/span><\/p>\n Easy Avocado Puree<\/a>\n<\/div>\n This is a great puree to start with and make often as your baby explores solid foods!<\/p>\n Use a ripe banana with at least some brown spots for the best flavor in this puree.<\/p>\n Banana Puree Baby Food<\/a>\n<\/div>\n This no-cook baby food protein is full of plant-based goodness AND can be ready in 5 minutes.\u00a0<\/p>\n You can make this recipe with almost any bean, such as garbanzo beans, white beans, and black beans.<\/p>\n Easy Bean Puree<\/a>\n<\/div>\n Beets are one of our favorite baby food options since they have a unique earthy flavor, and they are easy to prepare and serve.<\/p>\n Transform fresh beets into a delicious baby food with this easy method. This works as a baby-led weaning food or as a puree, and it’s easy to make ahead and freeze for future weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n Favorite Beets Baby Food<\/a>\n<\/div>\n I love a veggie that\u2019s easy to prepare, and broccoli is so versatile- no matter how you start feeding your baby.\u00a0<\/p>\n Learn how to make nutritious Broccoli Puree and a super easy method for baby led weaning style broccoli. Both start with the same technique, so you can do either (or both!).<\/span><\/p>\n Best Broccoli for Babies (Puree and BLW-Style)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n Butternut Squash Puree is a great early\u00a0baby food puree\u00a0that I like to continue serving to my toddlers since it\u2019s packed with nutrition and has a mild flavor that kids tend to enjoy.\u00a0<\/p>\n You can make this puree to feed to a baby or toddler, or as a simple side dish for the whole family to share.<\/p>\n Butternut Squash Baby Food Puree<\/a>\n<\/div>\n This is a nutritious food that\u2019s rich in vitamin A that can be offered from 4-6 months of age and up\u2014or the age at which your pediatrician clears your kiddo to start solids.<\/p>\n Turn fresh carrots into a simple, nourishing baby food for baby with this easy method to make Carrot Puree. Read the Notes for additional flavor options and storage information.<\/span><\/p>\n Easy Carrot Baby Food (Puree and BLW-Syle)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n You can use fresh or frozen cauliflower, so you can make this recipe with what you have or prefer to buy. And this can be stored in the fridge or freezer, so you can be sure to use up what you prepare.<\/p>\n Learn how to make nutritious Cauliflower Baby Food as a super easy puree and a baby led weaning style option. Both start with the same technique, so you can do either\u2014or both!<\/span><\/p>\n Cauliflower Baby Food (Puree and BLW-Style)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n Learn the easiest way to transform fresh or frozen mango into a smooth homemade baby food with this easy\u00a0Mango Puree.<\/p>\n You can use either fresh or frozen mango for this recipe. It can be served by itself or mixed together with another puree, plain yogurt, oatmeal, or cottage cheese. (It also works as an adult food drizzled over fish tacos or stirred into a drink.)<\/span><\/p>\n 5-Minute Mango Puree<\/a>\n<\/div>\n This super simple\u00a0Pea Puree for baby\u00a0is so fresh and delicious. It\u2019s an easy baby food or side dish that you can add flavor to as desired.\u00a0<\/p>\n The serving size for baby food can vary widely based on the age and appetite of the baby, so follow baby\u2019s cues for being done\u2014they will close their mouth and\/or turn their head or start to fuss. End the meal when you see those things happen.<\/p>\n Easiest Pea Puree<\/a>\n<\/div>\n This Pear Puree recipe is so easy and so delicious that every time I made it for my third kiddo, his older sisters wanted some, too!<\/p>\n Use ripe pears\u2014they should give just a little to the touch and smell like a pear\u2014for the best flavor in this puree. Some babies may want a few spoonfuls, some a bowlful. Follow baby’s cues to determine the right amount for them.<\/span><\/p>\n Easy Pear Puree (Plus Easy Storage Tips)<\/a>\n<\/div>\n For this Strawberry Puree, you don\u2019t even need to cook the berries, which makes this a super quick and easy baby food to make at home.<\/p>\n This simple puree is no-cook, so be sure to start with great-tasting berries. It’s a perfect fruit puree for a baby, or a delicious way to add flavor to yogurt and oatmeal for all members of the family. (It’s also great with ice cream and waffles!)<\/span><\/p>\n Fresh Strawberry Puree<\/a>\n<\/div>\n Sweet potato is a perfect baby food. It\u2019s nutritious, naturally flavorful, and cooks up nicely and softly.\u00a0<\/p>\n You can serve this as wedges, a thick mash, or a thinner puree to your baby or toddler. (Adults will love the wedges, too!)<\/span><\/p>\n Favorite Sweet Potato Baby Food<\/a>\n<\/div>\n This easy method takes about 15 minutes start to finish, freezes well, and can be combined with other baby foods if you want to add other nutrients and flavors.<\/p>\n Learn the easiest way to make flavorful Zucchini Baby Food\u2014with options for baby-led weaning zucchini and also zucchini puree\u2014with one simple method. Plus: Find storage and serving tips.<\/span><\/p>\n Favorite Zucchini Baby Food<\/a>\n<\/div>\n \n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Find quick, nutritious, and easy to make baby food purees with this Stage 1 baby food list. It\u2019s a quick-reference guide to starting solids with nutrient-dense foods that are also yummy! 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Quick Look: Stage 1 Baby Food List<\/h2>\n
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Apple Puree<\/h2>\n
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Avocado Puree<\/h2>\n
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Banana Puree<\/h2>\n
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Bean Puree<\/h2>\n
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Beet Puree<\/h2>\n
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Broccoli Puree<\/h2>\n
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Butternut Squash Puree<\/h2>\n
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Carrot Puree<\/h2>\n
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Cauliflower Puree<\/h2>\n
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Mango Puree<\/h2>\n
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Pea Puree<\/h2>\n
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Pear Puree<\/h2>\n
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Strawberry Puree<\/h2>\n
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Sweet Potato Puree<\/h2>\n
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Zucchini Puree<\/h2>\n
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Best Tips for Success<\/h2>\n
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More Baby Food Ideas<\/h2>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n