Before moving your baby to solids, get them used to new flavours like this apple and beetroot purée. An ice cube tray is ideal for freezing portions
Prep:5 mins
Makes about 300g
2 eating apples (about 200g), peeled, cored and cut into chunks1 beetroot (about 150g), peeled and cut into chunksbaby’s milk
STEP 1Put the beetroot into a steamer over simmering water and cook for around 15 mins, add the apple and cook for a further 8 mins until both are tender. STEP 2Blitz to a purée in a food processor. Add a splash of milk (or water from the saucepan), if necessary, to create a smooth texture. You may need to scrape the sides of the bowl a few times while blitzing to get a smooth consistency throughout. STEP 3Serve one portion and divide the rest between small containers or ice cube trays and freeze.
