Processed baby food is largely an unnecessary expense!
Here are some simple guidelines for making your own baby food found through the University of Georgia.
See links at the bottom of post for more good baby food information.


Making Your Own Baby Food
From the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service

[link to www.fcs.uga.edu]

Feeding Infants (4 to 12 months) and Children
Making your own baby food from family foods usually costs less than baby food you buy and allows the baby to get used to the types of foods the family eats.

What you need
Something to mash or grind the food such as a:
food grinder
blender
potato masher
strainer or
fork
Good quality food without added salt, sugar, fat or spices.
Do not make baby food from leftovers that have been kept for more than one day.

How long you can store homemade baby food in the refrigerator or freezer

Refrigerator In Freezer
Fruits & vegetables 2 to 3 days 6 to 8 months
Meats or egg yolks 1 day 1 to 2 months
Meat & vegetable 1 to 2 days 3 to 4 months
combinations

Feeding Infants (4 to 12 months) and Children
What to do

1. Wash your hands with hot soapy water. Wash all equipment in hot soapy water, rinse it
under hot water and air dry.

2. Wash fruits and vegetables by scrubbing under cool water. Peel fruits and vegetables and remove seeds.

3. Remove bones, skin and visible fat from meat.

4. Bake, boil or steam food until cooked and tender.

5. Use the food grinder, blender, potato masher, or fork to mash the food until it is of a
smooth texture. You may also force the food through a strainer. Throw away any tough
pieces or large lumps.

6. Add liquids such as cooking water, breast milk or formula if the food is thick or dry.

7. Do not add sugar, honey, salt or fat to baby food.


More baby food links:

[link to www.askdrsears.com]
[link to www.babycenter.com]
[link to www.thenewhomemaker.com]
[link to www.pioneerthinking.com]