{"id":8654,"date":"2025-09-05T11:07:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T09:07:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cookingformybaby.com\/en\/?p=8654"},"modified":"2026-05-22T10:18:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T08:18:59","slug":"sweet-potato-cabbage-veloute-for-babies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cookingformybaby.com\/en\/sweet-potato-cabbage-veloute-for-babies\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweet potato and white cabbage velout\u00e9 with smoked paprika (from 10 months)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Today, we\u2019re making a sweet potato and white cabbage velout\u00e9 that\u2019s simply magical, smooth, comforting, and perfect for chilly days or busy evenings.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A spoonful of cream and a pinch of smoked paprika take this velout\u00e9 to the next level, and let me tell you, both of my daughters and I absolutely loved it at home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s quick, easy, and so satisfying\u2026 There\u2019s no reason not to make it \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The smoked paprika gives the soup that little something extra. It\u2019s almost like adding a hint of bacon, you know, that savory depth, but we keep it vegetarian, which is great! Just be sure to adjust the seasonings depending on your baby\u2019s taste preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Smoked paprika has a strong aroma but is not spicy, making it suitable for little ones when used in small amounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For around 700g (25 oz) of velout\u00e9:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>9 oz (260g) sweet potato<\/strong> (peeled and cut into cubes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>8 oz (220g) white cabbage<\/strong> (thinly sliced)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1\/3 oz (10g) onion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 tablespoons cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche<\/strong> (sour cream)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A pinch of smoked paprika<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A pinch of salt <\/strong><em>(optional, from 12 months)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make this velout\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"font-size:17px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Peel and cut the vegetables, then steam the sweet potato, white cabbage, and onion for 12 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place them in a blender with the cooking water (adjust the amount gradually depending on the texture you want), or use an immersion blender directly in the pot, blending until smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour the velout\u00e9 into bowls and top with cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche (sour cream), smoked paprika, and salt (optional).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bon app\u00e9tit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>A little tip from my daughter Alix:<\/strong><br>Don\u2019t stir the cream directly into the velout\u00e9. Pour it gently on top and let the magic happen\u2026 each spoonful blends the flavors right in your mouth. A real treat, expert advice from our in-house soup lover!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This sweet potato and white cabbage velout\u00e9 with smoked paprika will keep for <strong>up to 3 days in the fridge<\/strong>, in an airtight container. Just don\u2019t add the cream until serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can also be <strong>frozen<\/strong>, again without the cream (add it later when reheating).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757062528835\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is smoked paprika baby-friendly?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, in small amounts and from around 10 months old. Smoked paprika isn\u2019t spicy, but it is very aromatic. A pinch in the whole batch is enough to awaken baby\u2019s taste buds. Always introduce gradually depending on your child\u2019s preferences.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757062553192\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I substitute the cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche (sour cream)?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely! You can replace cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche with:<br \/>&#8211; A spoonful of full-fat plain yogurt or Skyr<br \/>&#8211; A little cream cheese<br \/>&#8211; Or simply a drizzle of olive oil<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1757062582237\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I add protein to this soup?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes! For example:<br \/>&#8211; Shredded or finely chopped cooked chicken (steamed is ideal)<br \/>&#8211; Finely blended ham<br \/>&#8211; Mashed hard-boiled egg yolk<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Today, we\u2019re making a sweet potato and white cabbage velout\u00e9 that\u2019s simply magical, smooth, comforting, and perfect for chilly days or busy evenings. 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