Lentil and Vegetable Baby Food

This is a popular baby purees. It is a rich source of protein, iron and calcium.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 2  ounces onions, chopped
• 3 1⁄2 ounces carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1⁄2 ounce celery, chopped
• 2  ounces split red lentils
• 9  ounces sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into small dice
• 7⁄8 cup tomato sauce
• 2  ounces cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

1. Heat the vegetable oil and saute the onion, carrots and celery for 5 minutes.
2. Rinse the lentils and add to the pan, along with the sweet potato. Cook for 1 minute.
3. Pour in the tomato sauce and 1 tablespoon of water. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
5. Puree with a hand blender and serve.