Make Your Own Baby Food

Simple recipes for making your baby's food from scratch.

Making your own fresh baby food is healthy and economical. To help you get started, we've gathered together some easy-to-make recipes your baby will love!

Babies Best Applesauce
Applesauce is a great first food for baby. The consistency is smooth and the taste is mild.
Sweet Green Peas
The fresh taste of the sweet green peas will have your little eater asking for more.
Meat and Veggie Dinner
This tasty versatile recipe means you can use the ingredients you have on hand.
Green Bean Puree
Green beans can be mashed or pureed with other vegetables or served on their own.
Pear Puree
Pear puree is a favourite first food for babies. The flavour is mild and sweet and the texture is creamy and smooth.
Iron-Boosted Oatmeal
This oatmeal is not only a great source of iron, but its thick, stay-on-the spoon consistency makes it easy for children to feed themselves.
Apple and Pork Puree
This is one of my son's favorites; it's sweet, nutritious and easy to make!
Carrot Puree
Carrots are easy to digest and packed with nutrients — making them a great pick for babies first food.
Chicken and Rice Delight
This recipe is an alternative to jarred meat-and-rice meals. It is easy to prepare your own, and leftovers can be frozen for a later date. Either brown or white rice can be used, depending on what you have available.
Sweet Potato Puree
This recipe is easy to prepare and a hit with little eaters. Not only are sweet potatoes very nutritious, they are affordable and a great pick for the whole family.