Pasta Delight Babyfit Recipe
Delight your little ones and the whole family with this wholesome Pasta Delight Babyfit Recipe, a nutritious blend of tender whole-grain pasta, vibrant sautéed vegetables, and a silky homemade béchamel sauce. Perfectly portioned for baby-friendly dining, this recipe combines finely diced carrots, zucchini, and broccoli with creamy milk and optional Parmesan cheese for a dish that's both rich in flavor and gentle on developing taste buds. With a quick 15-minute prep time and a total cook time of just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight meal that’s as healthy as it is comforting. Plus, it’s customizable—swap in your favorite veggies or add seasoning for adult servings. Whether you’re introducing your baby to new foods or sharing a family dinner, this easy, nutritious pasta recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams whole-grain pasta (penne or fusilli preferred)
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced
- 1 small zucchini, finely diced
- 50 grams broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 250 milliliters whole milk
- 20 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional for babies under 12 months)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (optional for adults)
Instructions
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the whole-grain pasta and cook according to the package instructions (usually around 10-12 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, zucchini, and broccoli florets to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually add the milk to the flour mixture, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency. Remove from heat.
If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce for added flavor. Avoid adding salt for babies under 12 months.
Combine the cooked pasta, sautéed vegetables, and creamy sauce in a large bowl. Mix well to coat the pasta evenly.
Serve warm. Optionally, adults can season with additional salt or herbs if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1124 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.2 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 47.1 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 622 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1390 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
