Homemade Quinoa Baby Cereal (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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1 cup water, low sodium broth, or bone broth
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1/2 cup quinoa
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Additional liquid for blending
# Instructions:
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In a small saucepan, bring the liquid to a boil. Add quinoa and stir. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 12 minutes. Take off heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the quinoa to a blender or food processor and puree for 2 minutes for a completely smooth puree or pulse for 1 minute for a chunky puree. If the puree is too thick, add additional liquid, starting with 1/4 cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
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Let cool and serve immediately to the baby, or spoon into a storage tray and freeze for future use.
# Notes:
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You can add spices such as cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, or pumpkin pie spice to the puree while blending for additional flavor.
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A trio blend of quinoa was used for this recipe, but any color quinoa is suitable.
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months.