Recipe Details
Ingredients
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2cupschopped carrots
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2cupsbroccoli florets
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½cupbreast milk
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½cupwater
Cooking Directions
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Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add carrots and broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, about 20 minutes.
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Transfer steamed carrots and broccoli to a blender or food processor. Add breast milk and water and blend until creamy. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
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Spread blended mixture into an ice cube tray, cover with plastic wrap, and freeze until solid, 2 to 3 hours.
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Transfer frozen cubes to a zip-top freezer bag and store in the freezer.
Tips
You can substitute formula or water for the breast milk.
To Serve:
Heat cubes in the microwave until warm but not hot, about 30 seconds. Stir thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Full Nutrition Label | |
---|---|
Servings Per Recipe12 | |
Calories22 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g |
1% |
Saturated Fat 0g |
1% |
Cholesterol 1mg |
0% |
Sodium 23mg |
1% |
Total Carbohydrate 4g |
1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g |
4% |
Total Sugars 2g |
|
Protein 1g |
1% |
Vitamin C 16mg |
17% |
Calcium 18mg |
1% |
Iron 0mg |
1% |
Potassium 125mg |
3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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