This is one of the easiest purées you can make for your baby. The combination of leek and potato is gentle and nutritious, rich in carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Thanks to its slightly sweet flavor and smooth texture, most babies love it.
How to make leek purée for babies
- Wash, peel and dice the potato. Wash the leek and slice it, discarding the green part.
- Put the pieces in a saucepan and add just enough water to cover them. Place the pan on the stove and cook for 20 minutes over medium heat. Check on it every now and then to make sure it doesn’t run out of water.
- Once the potato and leek are cooked, transfer them to a blender jar and blend. Add the milk little by little until you get a smooth texture.
- Add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and stir well. Let the purée cool until it’s lukewarm before serving it to your baby.
Tips and tricks
- Buy a variety of potato that’s good for boiling. If there are many potato varieties where you live (Spain, France, Peru, Ecuador, etc.), you can try different types until you find the one your baby likes best.
- Instead of milk, you can use the cooking water or unsalted vegetable broth.
- To cook the vegetables, you only need to add enough water to cover them. This way they keep more of their nutrients.
- Store any leftover purée in the freezer to use another day.
