When the cold weather sets in and the days get shorter, we love to gather around warm, comforting meals . Soups, gratins, or melt-in-your-mouth meatballs… These simple dishes warm the hearts and stomachs of the whole family.
Here are a few winter recipe ideas perfect for parents and little foodies discovering BLW !
☕ Comforting breakfasts to start the day off right
Nothing beats a warm and nourishing breakfast to face winter mornings. These simple and quick recipes are perfect for babies and adults alike!
🥣 Hazelnut Cream Bowl Cake:
A quick, moist, and naturally sweet breakfast. It can be prepared in minutes in the microwave for a gentle start to your day. The hazelnut adds a sweet and indulgent flavor that the whole family will love.🍚 Cinnamon Rice Pudding:
A melt-in-your-mouth texture, a delicate aroma… this revisited classic is ideal for introducing baby to the comforting flavor of cinnamon. A lovely recipe to share at breakfast or as an afternoon snack!
💡 These two recipes are perfect for varying textures from 6 months onwards and introducing new, mild and warm flavors.
🥣 A good soup to warm up in the evening
After a long day, when it's already dark when you leave daycare, a nice hot soup is always welcome!
In BLW , baby can enjoy it with a pre-filled spoon or dip the pieces into a small bowl.
Some ideas for seasonal soups:
🥕 Cream of forgotten vegetables (parsnip, Jerusalem artichoke, carrot) : a very smooth blend to discover old flavors, perfect for rainy days.
🍊 Carrot-orange soup : a sweet and savory vitamin-packed duo that awakens the taste buds and brings a beautiful touch of color to the plate.
👉 These recipes are ideal for providing warmth and vitamins while developing baby's taste curiosity.
🍽️ Winter meals that warm young and old
Make way for comforting family meals , easy to share with baby. They come in different versions depending on age and texture, to suit the whole family.
🧀 mozzarella-filled meatballs
: a real hit with every bite! Enjoy them hot, as a meal or as an appetizer.🎃 Breaded butternut squash and goat cheese:
A melt-in-your-mouth, flavorful autumn duo, both crispy and soft. For a sweet and savory version, add a drizzle of honey just before serving.🍠 Sweet potato and feta croquettes
: Delicious, rich in flavor and perfect as finger food from 8 months onwards, they are a hit at the table.💜 Beetroot and Comté Gratin:
A colorful and creamy gratin, ideal for discovering beetroot in a new way. A recipe full of sweetness and calcium.🐟 Cod and Butternut Squash Parmentier:
A classic dish with a twist, perfect for gently introducing fish. The soft texture and slightly sweet taste of the butternut squash make it an ideal winter dish.
🌈 Eat hot, healthy food together
In winter, the table becomes a place of comfort and sharing . With a few seasonal ingredients and simple recipes, you can prepare dishes that nourish the body as much as the soul.
So, which comforting recipe will you try first?
Baby's taste buds and the smiles of the whole family will thank you 💛
