Author Archives: Christy Taylor
Pease Porridge
- 10 oz package of frozen peas
- 4 cup vegetable stock or chicken stock
- 1 whole clove of garlic, minced
- 1 whole carrot, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 roma tomato, chopped
- 1 small parsnip, chopped
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp butter or olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Rough chop all vegetables, sauté in a small stock pot with butter or olive oil and season with salt, pepper and rosemary. Add 3 cups stock or water, bring … (read more)
English Pea Salad
English pea salad is flavorful and nutritious. This dish is the perfect side for any picnic or party.
- 2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 slice of apple wood smoked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 4 tbsp plain greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toss uncooked peas, crumbled bacon, cheese, red onion and mint leaves together. In a small bowl, … (read more)
Chilled Cantaloupe Soup
Melon is a staple around our house during the summer. As a quick snack, cantaloupe is often served as a finger food. This refreshing recipe combines flavorful ingredients and is sure to cool you off on a hot day! Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it’s great snack or dessert for the whole family. Cantaloupe soup is a good source of potassium, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin C. Cantaloupe also contains beta-carotene, which helps to enhance vision and eye development. Most pediatricians recommend … (read more)
Chilled Cantaloupe Soup
This refreshing soup is the perfect meal on a hot day.
- 1 whole lime
- 1 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cantaloupe (approx 2 1/2 pounds)
- 1/3 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup agave or honey (optional)
- 2 fresh mint leaves for garnish
Note* The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends waiting to offer honey to children until after their first birthday.
With a vegetable peeler remove zest from lime in strips and juice the lime. In … (read more)
Cantaloupe and Blueberry Puree
By combining cantaloupe with blueberries, you can introduce new flavors to your baby in a simple dish that is packed with nutrients and anti-oxidants.
- 1/2 cup diced cantaloupe
- 1/2 cup blueberries
Puree each separately. Fill bowl half with cantaloupe (consider the bowl a clock and the half mark is 12 and 6), the other half is the blueberry puree. Now using a spoon swirl the blueberry puree into the cantaloupe for a fun design, it gives baby a … (read more)
Broccoli & Carrot Puree
The combination of carrots and broccoli will provide your baby with the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development. The sweetness of the carrots make them a great combination food when introducing new vegetables to baby.
- 1 cup fresh broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup fresh carrots, chopped
Clean broccoli and carrot. Chop one cup of each and steam for 8-10 minutes. Using an immersion blender, blend to desired consistency and serve.
Recipe Yields: 6-8 Servings
Store the remaining puree … (read more)
Oven Baked Broccoli Potato Pancakes
- 3 potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 egg
- 1 whole crown of broccoli
- 1/3 cup chickpeas
- 1 tsp baking powder
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with foil and spread olive oil on it. Rinse chickpeas and grind in the food processor until they become a powdery consistency. Set them aside to add later. Wash broccoli and add to large bowl after grinding in a food processor. Peel and … (read more)
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli
- 1/2 cup small cut florets of broccoli
- 1 chicken breast
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- nutmeg (optional for added flavor)
Steam broccoli and set aside. Bake defrosted chicken in oven for 25 minutes in a preheated oven of 365 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove from oven and cube chicken into bites size pieces. In a small sauté pan melt butter, add the flour stirring constantly and slowly … (read more)
Oven Baked Broccoli Potato Pancakes
I am a fan of potato pancakes, and after reading this recipe, I was excited to try them with broccoli. The ingredients in this recipe are an excellent source of fiber and help to aid in digestion. This recipe is also a wonderful source of vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, iron and offers other nutrients that are necessary for your child’s growth and development. Another benefit to adding broccoli — combining a familiar food like potatoes with broccoli increases the likelihood for acceptance. For an … (read more)
Make a Super-Yummy Summertime Pasta Salad
This pasta salad recipe is a healthy side dish for summertime BBQs and family picnics. It’s packed with veggies and flavor that the toddlers and adults in your life will love. This pasta salad recipe also happens to contain valuable vitamins and nutrients. One of the main ingredients in this recipe is asparagus. Asparagus provides antioxidant nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene and several minerals including zinc and manganese. In addition, asparagus is a heart healthy vegetable … (read more)
