Easy Oven Baked Potato Wedges For Baby Led Weaning
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When Can Babies Eat Potato Wedges?
Babies can generally start eating homemade potato wedges or sweet potatoes as finger foods around 6 months of age, depending on their individual readiness for solid foods.
It's important to ensure that the potato wedges are cooked thoroughly to a nice soft texture that is easy for the baby to chew or mash with their gums. It is the perfect first solid baby food.
When serving potato wedges to babies, It is best to use a simple recipe like this one, using simple ingredients. it is best to avoid adding salt that may not be suitable for their developing digestive system. Always supervise your baby closely while they are eating with their little hands to prevent any choking hazards.
Introduce new foods with a mild taste, blw style, one at a time and watch for any signs of allergies or sensitivities. As always, consult with your heath visitor before introducing homemade potato wedges or any new food to your baby's diet, to have peace of mind.
How Do I Give My 6 Month Old Potatoes?
When introducing potatoes to your 6-month-old for baby-led weaning, it's important to prepare them in a way that is safe and easy for your little one to handle. Start by washing the potatoes before cutting them into long strips or wedges that are easy for your baby to hold.
You can then lightly steam or bake the potato strips until they are soft enough for your baby to mash with their gums. Avoid adding any salt at this stage to keep it simple and nutritious.
Offering this easy side dish in a size and shape that your baby can easily hold and explore is a great way to encourage them to practice their self-feeding skills and enjoy this new food experience.
Remember to always supervise your baby closely during mealtimes to ensure they are eating safely.
What Kind Of Potato Can I Use?
When making potato wedges for your baby’s first foods during baby-led weaning, it is essential to choose the right kind of potatoes. The great thing is you can choose any white potatoes that are starchy, like a Maris Piper or baking potato, as they have a creamy texture when cooked and are easy for babies to chew.
These varieties also crisp up nicely when baked, making them ideal for creating soft yet slightly crunchy potato wedges that are safe for young eaters to handle.
Remember to cut the wedges into the perfect size wedge to prevent any choking hazards and to bake them until they are soft enough for your baby to eat without difficulty.
How To Cut Potato Wedges For Baby?
To prepare potato wedges for a 6-month-old baby, begin by thoroughly washing and peeling a potato. Cut the potato in half lengthwise, then slice each half into strips.
Next, cut the strips into smaller pieces, creating small, soft potato wedges that are easy for your baby to hold and chew. You can use a crinkle knife if you wanted to to as it is one of the best ways to make it easier for your baby to hold.
It's important to ensure that the wedges are cooked until they are very soft to prevent any choking hazards. There are different ways you can cook the potato to create different textures. You can steam or bake the potato wedges until they are tender.
A great recipe for the rest of the family too!
Ingredient information
Baking potato - I have used a baking potato as these are what I always have in, but you could use any medium sized potato that you have. I find baking potatoes bake best in the oven. Potatoes are a great source of fibre too.
Olive oil - I have used olive oil, but alternative oils you could use with healthy fats and essential nutrients are avocado oil or coconut oil.
Garlic granules - You can leave this ingredient out if you prefer, especially if this is a first food for your little one, A little garlic creates a delicious flavour to the wedges.
Black pepper - A little seasoning of black pepper goes a long way, try not to use salt from 6 months old, this should be at a minimum from 6 months old. It is best not to use any salt in cooking until about 12 months old.
Cornflour - This step can be left out too. The cornflour (cornstarch) leaves a lovely texture to the wedges.
Serving suggestion
The potato wedges would be great served as a great side for the whole family served with a homemade tomato ketchup, chicken meatballs or with a black bean burger.
Other similar recipes: Carrot fritters, potato cakes, sweet potato wedges or French fries.
Storage instructions
This easy recipe once cooled, can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
If you wanted to reheat the wedges, you will only be able to reheat once from the fridge. I would suggest heating them up in the oven, at 180C or 350F, for 10-15 minutes. Leave to cool before serving to your baby.
To store in the freezer, leave the wedges to cool at room temperature and store in an air-tight container or in an airtight freezer bag. They can be kept in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To defrost the wedges, leave in the fridge overnight to fully thaw.
Once thawed and reheated you will not be able to re-freeze.
Equipment used to help with this recipe
Large bowl - Definitely choose a stainless steel one - they are lighter than the stone or glass ones and very easy to clean.
Baking tray - I have chosen to use a non-stick and BPA free baking sheet - they are easy to clean and, if you buy more than one, easily stackable and easily stored.
Airtight container - I much prefer the click-shut lids on these containers compared to others. They are also dishwasher and freezer safe and BPA free, so very suitable for food use.
Recipe | Easy Oven Baked Potato Wedges For Baby Led Weaning
Ingredients
Makes 1-2 portions
1 medium baking potato
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic granules
Grind of black pepper
1 teaspoon cornflour
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 180C or 350F. Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
Wash the baking potato, and cut the potato length ways into approx 0.5cm-1cm discs. Depends on the size of your potato.
Take a disc, lay it flat and cut into approx 0.5cm wedges. Repeat with all the potato discs.
Pop the wedges into a large bowl and add in the olive oil, garlic, black pepper and cornflour (cornstarch). Give everything a good stir.
Spread out the wedges onto the baking sheet, and place into the oven for 50-55 minutes. Turn the wedges twice if you can, until golden brown.
Leave to cool slightly before serving to your baby.
Hope you and your family enjoy!
Recipe notes
You can leave out the cornflour if you would like, this gives the wedges a little crunch on the outside. They are still great from 6 months old, but if you did not want an extra crunch on the potato wedges you can leave this step out.
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