This simple toddler friendly recipe combines lentils, veggies and rice in a delicious way.

• 3 tbsp lentils
• 2 tbsp brown rice
• 1 clove garlic, diced
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup water or chicken stock
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup carrot, onion and celery mix
• 1 Bay leaf

In a small pot on medium heat, bring oil to temperature and add carrot, onion and celery mix, sauté for 3-5 minutes, add garlic sauté for 2 minutes more, stir in tomato paste. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer cover with lid for 25 minutes. Check tenderness of rice and lentils, stir if needed add more water or stock. Cool slightly and let your little explorer enjoy!

Recipe Yields: 3 Servings

Storage Time: 3 months in the freezer