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- about 2 cups fresh or frozen green beans (200 g)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- a little cooking water for blending<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- 1 small teaspoon vegetable oil, such as canola or olive oil<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How to make green bean pur\u00e9e for babies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Start by preparing the green beans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If using fresh green beans, wash them carefully, then trim off the ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Trimmed green beans<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n If using frozen green beans, there is generally no need to thaw them before cooking. You can cook them directly from frozen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For a first pur\u00e9e, I recommend choosing extra-fine or very tender green beans, because they will be easier to blend into a very smooth texture!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cooking the green beans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Steam the green beans for about 15 to 20 minutes<\/strong>, until they are very tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also cook them in a saucepan with a small amount of water, but steaming helps preserve the flavor, color, and nutrients better!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The green beans should be really well cooked: if you pierce them with a fork, they should mash easily. This is important for getting a soft pur\u00e9e that is suitable for baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blending the green bean pur\u00e9e<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once the green beans are cooked, place them in the blender bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Add a little cooking water if needed, then blend for a long time until you get a very smooth pur\u00e9e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Green beans can sometimes create a slightly fibrous texture. So don\u2019t hesitate to blend longer than you would for carrot or sweet potato pur\u00e9e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the pur\u00e9e is too thick, gradually add a little cooking water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If it is still a little grainy, keep blending, or pass it through a sieve for a very smooth first pur\u00e9e.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just before serving, you can add a small teaspoon of oil, such as canola oil or olive oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mix well, then check the temperature before offering the pur\u00e9e to baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enjoy your meal, baby!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What texture should green bean pur\u00e9e have for baby?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Depending on baby\u2019s age, you can adjust it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- around 4 to 6 months<\/strong>: very smooth pur\u00e9e, optionally passed through a sieve<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- around 7 to 8 months<\/strong>: a slightly thicker pur\u00e9e<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- after 9 months<\/strong>: a mashed or lightly textured consistency if baby is comfortable with textures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How to mellow the flavor of green bean pur\u00e9e<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Green bean pur\u00e9e can have a fairly \u201cgreen\u201d taste, especially for a first introduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To make it milder, you can add:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- a little potato,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- a little sweet potato,<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- or a small touch of infant formula\/breast milk after cooking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Potato is especially practical if you want a milder, creamier pur\u00e9e while keeping the main flavor of the green beans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In the refrigerator<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Green bean pur\u00e9e keeps for about 24 hours in the refrigerator<\/strong>, in an airtight container. Reheat it gently in a double boiler or in the microwave, then mix well to distribute the heat. Always check the temperature before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the freezer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This pur\u00e9e freezes very well. You can pour it into an ice cube tray or into small baby food containers, then store it for about 2 months in the freezer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To serve it to baby, let it thaw in the refrigerator or reheat it gently directly, then mix well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- Green bean, ham and Kiri pur\u00e9e for baby<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Green bean, potato and fish pur\u00e9e for baby<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n
\n\n\nAt what age can I give green bean pur\u00e9e to my baby?<\/h3>\n
\n\nGreen bean pur\u00e9e can generally be offered from the beginning of food diversification, around 4 to 6 months, depending on your pediatrician\u2019s advice and your baby\u2019s development. For a first pur\u00e9e, blend it very finely.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\nHow can I prevent green bean pur\u00e9e from being fibrous?<\/h3>\n
\n\nChoose very tender green beans, cook them long enough, then blend them thoroughly with a little cooking water. For an even smoother texture, you can pass the pur\u00e9e through a sieve.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\nCan I use frozen green beans for baby?<\/h3>\n
\n\nYes, frozen green beans work very well for this recipe. They are convenient, already washed, and often easy to cook. Steam them directly without necessarily thawing them first.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\nCan I mix green beans with potato?<\/h3>\n
\n\nYes, it\u2019s an excellent idea. Potato makes the pur\u00e9e milder, creamier, and sometimes easier for baby to accept.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\nShould I add salt to green bean pur\u00e9e for baby?<\/h3>\n
\n\nNo, baby pur\u00e9e should not be salted. Vegetables already have their own flavor, and baby gradually discovers natural tastes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Green bean, potato and fish pur\u00e9e for baby<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Green bean, ham and Kiri pur\u00e9e for baby<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- around 7 to 8 months<\/strong>: a slightly thicker pur\u00e9e<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- a little cooking water for blending<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n