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This oatmeal is not only a great source of iron, but its thick, “stay
in the spoon” consistency makes it easy for children to feed themselves.
Ingredients
- 2⁄3 cup (150 mL) water
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1⁄3 cup ( 75 mL) quick-cooking rolled oats
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1⁄8 tsp (0.5 mL) salt
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3 tbsp (45 mL) infant rice cereal (iron-fortified)
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2 tbsp (25 mL) whole milk
Directions
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add oatmeal and salt; return to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in rice cereal and milk (adjust quantities, if you wish, to achieve desired consistency). Let cool before serving.
- Makes 2 servings
- 12 to 18 months
NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS (PER SERVING)
Energy 89 kcal, Protein 3 g, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Calcium 24 mg, Iron 2.3 mg, Sodium 153 mg
Better Baby Food, Second Edition
by Daina Kalnins and Joanne Saab
Robert Rose (2008)
Amazon.ca | ChaptersIndigo.ca
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