Motherhood Recipe: Carrot-Anchovies Porridge For 6 Months+

Mommies, first bites are a big milestone in a baby's life. The transition from breast milk or formula to solid foods is an important stage of his life. Our baby's stomach is sensitive and it is as big as his fist, thus we should always be very careful when choosing the first-solid food to our little one. This time, we will share a special lunch menu for your baby - Carrot-Anchovies Porridge. This menu is full with carbohydrates; the primary source of fuel for the body. Not to mention, by incorporating carrot and anchovies into a porridge gives your little one a nutrient-dense meal. Here are the benefits of each of the main ingredients: CARROT: Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, an antioxidant that converts into vitamin A. Thus, carrots help in growth and healthy vision of your baby. Carrots are also good to boost up your little one's immune system. ANCHOVIES: Anchovies or 'ikan bilis' is actually a good source of protein and calcium, if the bones are not removed. To prepare a homemade anchovies powder, make sure to soak the anchovies in water and rinse it a few times before dry frying (yes, without oil). Then, you can grind, sieve it and store the fine powder in an airtight container. ♥CARROT-ANCHOVIES PORRIDGE♥ INGREDIENTS: Carrot Puree Gerber® Organic Rice Cereal Anchovies powder INSTRUCTIONS: Mix Gerber® Organic Rice Cereal with a bit of hot water. Add in carrot puree and anchovies powder. Mix well and it is ready to be served! Easy peasy, isn't it? It only takes about 5-10 minutes to prepare this delicious yet healthy meal for your baby. Similar to our previous Breakfast menu, this recipe is prepared by Puan Atifa for her precious baby boy, Aryan Zayden. So now you have your baby's breakfast and lunch menu. What do you think our next menu will be? ;) Stay tuned with us on Motherhood Recipe for a nutrient-dense baby food recipes. Meanwhile, head over to Motherhood.com.my for more healthy baby foods and essential baby products.

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