APPLE COBBLER
see below*
for pie a-la-mode mix in some formula, breast milk and the tiniest drip of vanilla extract

3 very clean cooking apples
1 egg yolk*
1 tsp water
1 tsp brown sugar
pinch of cinnamon
oatmeal cereal, to mix (if desired)

PEEL, remove seeds & chop into very thin slices.
COOK with the lemon juice & water in a small saucepan for 20 minutes or until soft.
MASH or puree the fruit.
STIR in the egg yolk & sugar until smooth.
BAKE at 350F for 15 min or until set.
COOL before serving it to baby.
STORE extra servings in the refrigerator or freezer.
* Give your baby eggs only when your pediatrician tells you that your baby is ready for them. For the first few feedings just give your baby a very small portion to make sure allergies do not develop. Eggs contain all of the 22 amino acids bodies need for new tissue growth, clotting of the blood & antibody production. Eggs are a very good source of protein.

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APPLE OR PEAR DELIGHT
see below*

3 cooking apples or pears (or combo of both)
1 egg yolk*
½ tsp lemon juice
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp of water or apple juice
pinch of cinnamon
PEEL, core and slice the apple in very small pieces.
SIMMER with the lemon juice & water(or apple juice) in a small saucepan for 20 minutes or until soft.
MASH or puree the fruit.
STIR in the egg yolk & sugar until smooth.
BAKE at 350F for 15 min or until set.
COOL before serving it to baby.
STORE extra servings in the refrigerator or freezer.
* Give your baby eggs only when your pediatrician tells you that your baby is ready for them. For the first few feedings just give your baby a very small portion to make sure allergies do not develop. Eggs contain all of the 22 amino acids bodies need for new tissue growth, clotting of the blood & antibody production. Eggs are a very good source of protein.

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APPLE PIE
Yields: 4 servings.
for pie a-la-mode mix in some formula, breast milk and a tiny drip of vanilla extract

3 cooking apples.
1 egg yolk*
½ tsp lemon juice
1 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp of water or apple juice
pinch of cinnamon
PEEL, core and slice the apple in very small pieces.
COOK with the lemon juice & water in a small saucepan for 20 minutes or until soft.
MASH or puree the fruit.
STIR in the egg yolk & sugar until smooth.
BAKE at 350F for 15 min or until set.
COOL before serving it to baby.
STORE extra servings in the refrigerator or freezer.

* Give your baby eggs only when your pediatrician tells you that your baby is ready for them. For the first few feedings just give your baby a very small portion to make sure allergies do not develop. Eggs contain all of the 22 amino acids bodies need for new tissue growth, clotting of the blood & antibody production. Eggs are a very good source of protein.

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APRICOT PUREE
about 7 months & older

2 very ripe apricots*
Baby cereal** (for thickening if needed)
WASH and peel apricots.
REMOVE the pit and cut into small pieces.
MASH or puree apricots.
ADD cereal to thicken, if needed.
STIR until very smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.
* Babies seem to LOVE apricots.
** Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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APPLESAUCE
around 6 months & older

3 cooking apples, washed.
water or apple juice
cereal, to mix (if desired)
PEEL, remove seeds, and slice the apples in very small pieces. (discard peel)
SIMMER in water or apple juice in a small saucepan for 20 minutes or until soft.
DRAIN water/juice - but save in separate container in case apple sauce needs thinning.
MASH or puree the apples.
COOL before serving it to baby.
STORE extra servings in the refrigerator or freezer.

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BANANA & APPLE PUREE
around 6 months & older

1 peeled, cooked and soft apple*
1 very ripe, (almost black) banana *

MASH or puree the combination until very soft and smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.

** Bananas vs apples: A banana has less water, fifty percent more food energy, four times the protein, half the fat, twice the carbohydrate, almost three times the phosphorus, nearly five times the Vitamin A and iron, at least twice the other vitamins and minerals as an apple.
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BANANA PUREE
around 6 months & older

1 very ripe banana*
Optional:
2 tbs formula or breast milk
Baby cereal** (for thickening if needed)
WASH the outside of the banana peel carefully, then remove peel.
SLICE into small circles, to make it easier for mashing.
MASH with a fork.
ADD cereal to thicken, if needed.
STIR until very smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.
If the banana turns brown shortly after mashing it's ok - as long as it is consumed within a half an hour of preparation.

*Riper bananas are easier on babies digestive system. Bananas vs apples: A banana has less water, fifty percent more food energy, four times the protein, half the fat, twice the carbohydrate, almost three times the phosphorus, nearly five times the Vitamin A and iron, at least twice the other vitamins and minerals as an apple.
** Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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BANANA & OATMEAL BREAKFAST
around 8 months & older

1 very ripe banana*
1/4 cup rolled quick oats
3/4 cup formula or breast milk
COMBINE oats and 1/2 cup formula or milk.
COOK in a small sauce pan, bringing it to a boil.
SIMMER over low heat for 5 minutes; stir occasionally.
MASH or puree the banana with the remaining formula or milk.
COMBINE banana and oatmeal mixtures.
STIR until very smooth.
COOL well before serving.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.
*Riper bananas are easier on babies digestive system. Bananas vs apples: A banana has less water, fifty percent more food energy, four times the protein, half the fat, twice the carbohydrate, almost three times the phosphorus, nearly five times the Vitamin A and iron, at least twice the other vitamins and minerals as an apple.

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BANANA YOGURT
around 10 months & older

1 very ripe banana*
1/4 cup plain yogurt**
Optional:
Baby cereal*** (for thickening if needed)
WASH the outside of the banana peel carefully, then remove peel.
SLICE into small circles, to make it easier for mashing.
MASH with a fork.
ADD yogurt. If needed add cereal to thicken.
STIR until very smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.
If the banana turns brown shortly after mashing it's ok - as long as it is consumed within a half an hour of preparation. Another fruit can be substituted for banana. If it is a hard fruit, such as apples be sure to cook until soft.

*Riper bananas are easier on babies digestive system. Bananas vs apples: A banana has less water, fifty percent more food energy, four times the protein, half the fat, twice the carbohydrate, almost three times the phosphorus, nearly five times the Vitamin A and iron, at least twice the other vitamins and minerals as an apple.
** Yogurt helps to maintain a healthy balance in the digestive system.
***Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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MELON (cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon)
10 months & older

1/4 cup sliced, soft, seedless melon, rind removed*
Baby cereal** (rice, oatmeal, mixed, etc.)

PUREE in blender or mash with a fork.
ADD cereal (if desired).
STIR until smooth.
SERVE or refrigerate.

*Melons are best fresh, and do not freeze well.
** Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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NECTARINES
6 months & older

1 washed, soft nectarine
Baby cereal** (rice, oatmeal, mixed, etc.)
PEEL, remove pit & slice the nectarine in very small pieces.
PUREE nectarine in blender or mash with a fork.
ADD cereal (if desired).
STIR until smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.

* Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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PEACHES
6 months & older

1 washed, soft peach
Baby cereal** (rice, oatmeal, mixed, etc.)
PEEL, remove pit & slice the peach in very small pieces.
PUREE peach in blender or mash with a fork.
ADD cereal (if desired).
STIR until smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.

* Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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PEACH COBBLER
see below*
for pie a-la-mode mix in some formula, breast milk and the tiniest drip of vanilla extract

3 very soft ripe peaches, washed.
1 egg yolk*
1 tsp water
1 tsp brown sugar
pinch of cinnamon
oatmeal cereal, to mix (if desired)

PEEL, remove pit and slice the peach in very small pieces.
COOK with the lemon juice & water in a small saucepan for 20 minutes or until soft.
MASH or puree the fruit.
STIR in the egg yolk & sugar until smooth.
BAKE at 350F for 15 min or until set.
COOL before serving it to baby.
STORE extra servings in the refrigerator or freezer.
* Give your baby eggs only when your pediatrician tells you that your baby is ready for them. For the first few feedings just give your baby a very small portion to make sure allergies do not develop. Eggs contain all of the 22 amino acids bodies need for new tissue growth, clotting of the blood & antibody production. Eggs are a very good source of protein.

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PEACH COBBLER for wee ones
6 months & older

1 very ripe peach
a few tsp baby oatmeal cereal*
1-2 ounces formula or breast milk
tiniest pinch of cinnamon (optional)
PEEL, remove pit (discard both the pit & peel) & slice the peach into small chunks.
MASH or puree the fruit.
ADD cinnamon (optional), formula or breast milk & cereal until the desired consistency is reached.
STIR until smooth.
STORE extra servings in the refrigerator or freezer.

*Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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PEARS
6 months & older

1 washed, soft pear
Baby cereal** (rice, oatmeal, mixed, etc.)
PEEL, remove pit & slice the pear in very small pieces.
PUREE pear in blender or mash with a fork.
ADD cereal (if desired).
STIR until smooth.
SERVE, refrigerate or freeze.

* Baby cereal is an excellent source of iron. It is a good source of calcium & is fortified with many vitamins & minerals.

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RASPBERRIES, STRAWBERRIES & CITRUS FRUITS
12 months or older

While I firmly believe in offering baby a wide variety of foods to choose from, I am also on the cautious side when it comes to some food. As always check with your pediatrician for guidance.

RASPBERRIES tend to be hard to clean, and contain those tiny seeds in the middle. I would avoid them altogether until baby is over 12 months. If you want to add some sort of raspberry flavoring to a recipe for variety I would suggest buying a baby juice that contains raspberry. Can't go wrong with being too safe.

STRAWBERRIES are not as hard to clean, but tend to be one of those allergy developing fruits. I would wait until the baby is again, over 12 months, with a more developed immune system to lessen the chance of allergies. This may be overcautious, again...

CITRUS FRUIT is very acidy. I think citrus can be hard on the digestive system. This is another category I would avoid until after 12 months. (Now a tiny drop of lemon juice is fine). Baby will get plenty of vitamin C from formula and other fruits & vegetables offered.

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ZWIEBACK
around 10 months or older, definitely in the teeth stage - also see below*

½ cup of formula or breast milk
(whole milk for babies over 12 months)
1 pkg of active dry yeast
¼ cup of sugar
¼ cup of melted sweet cream butter
¼ tsp of salt
½ tsp ground anise
(found in the spice section of your grocery store)
3 unbeaten eggs*
3 cups of unbleached flour (all-purpose ok)

SCALD the formula or milk.
COOL to lukewarm.
ADD yeast to the milk.
ALLOW to top rise. (6 minutes)
ADD sugar, butter, anise, eggs.
STIR until ingredients are well blended.
ADD enough flour to handle the dough.
KNEAD until smooth, adding remaining flour as needed (Or kneaded, ha ha.)
LET rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
ROLL out dough to ½ inch thickness.
CUT into strips 1 inch wide, then cut the strips to 3 inches long.
PLACE on a buttered cookie sheet, 1 and a half inches apart.
LET rise again for 30 minutes.
BAKE for 20 minutes at 400f.**

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