Baby Or Toddler Squash And Rice Soup Food

BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP FOR BABIES / TODDLERS / KIDS

Steps:

• In a large pot over medium heat, combine all ingredients except the crushed tomatoes. Add the tomatoes / tomato paste (the acid) at the end, it will bring some complexity to the sweetness and cut the blandness.For extra flavor, I recommend sautéing the onion and garlic beforehand in a tablespoon of ghee/ butter or olive oil. But that step is optional if you'd like to save some time.
• Cook the soup until it reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until all vegetables seem tender.
• You will need a traditional blender to puree the butternut soup. Do that in batches if you blender is small. Another option is blending only half of it and leaving the other half chunky to give it some texture. Older kids usually prefer some texture in their soups.
• Taste and add more seasonings. Add extra salt (babies 12 months and up) if needed, to taste.

BABY OR TODDLER SQUASH AND RICE SOUP

Steps:

• Blend butternut squash and water together in a food processor until smooth. Slowly mix brown rice into squash mixture until desired consistency is reached; stir in yogurt.