Spring Vegetable Risotto ( Baby and Toddler Recipe)

Spring Vegetable Risotto ( Baby and Toddler Recipe)

This traditional italian dish makes a mildly spiced meal for babies who are fond of bland, yet tasty food. The vegetables provide vitamins and fibre while the cheese adds calcium to your baby's diet.

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 15 mins
Makes 1 cup

Ingredients

2 tbsp rice (chawal) , washed
2 tbsp carrot , grated
1 tbsp broccoli , chopped
1 tbsp french beans , chopped
2 tbsp spring onions , chopped
1 tbsp onions , chopped
1 clove of garlic (lehsun) , grated
1 tsp butter
1 1/2 tbsp grated processed cheese
salt to taste

Method

1. Heat the butter in a pan, add the onions and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Add the rice with 3/4 cup of water and allow it to cook till the rice is done.
3. Add the carrots, broccoli, spring onions, french beans and ½ cup of water and cook till the vegetables are soft.
4. Add the cheese and salt and mix well.
5. Mash it to the consistency your baby likes. Serve lukewarm.