Carrot, Peach, Butternut Squash puree with Clove

Indian cuisine has so many wonderful spices and herbs and it is almost tempting to share whatever we are having for our meal with baby Prisha. However, as much as I want, I don’t want her to start eating our meals just yet. I want her to enjoy the pure flavor and aroma of fruits and vegetables with just a hint of spices. With that in mind, I prepared this delicious puree for her with just one clove. It adds a warm flavor and aroma to this puree while not overwhelming her taste buds at the same time. 

You can add a pinch of clove powder after making the puree. Mix it very well. You can also boil a whole clove with the vegetables but make sure to remove it before making the puree. Cloves have strong and pungent aroma; they can elevate a dish when added in small quantity but vice versa and they can overpower the entire flavor. 

I hope your baby likes this puree as much as Prisha did. 

Ingredients:

• Carrot – 2 big, peeled, cut into big pieces and washed
• Peach – 1, washed, pitted and cut into thick slices
• Butternut Squash – 1 cup, peeled, cut into medium cubes, washed
• Clove – 1 or a pinch of clove powder

Directions:

• Cook the Butternut Squash, whole Clove and Carrots in boiling water/ steamer basket or pressure cooker (2 whistles on medium heat) till they are tender. Let them cool down. 
• Transfer to blender cup (Nutri Bullet cup) with the Peach slices. Add the clove powder/ remove the whole clove.
• Blend until smooth, adding a tablespoon of water (in which the vegetables were cooked) till it is smooth enough for your baby.
• Serve and let them enjoy the goodness!
• This puree can be kept in the fridge for 1-2 days.

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