Millet flakes and soft pear make a mild, spoonable porridge. Cook the flakes according to their package directions and ensure pear is completely soft before serving.
Wash, core and peel the pear as needed; remove all seeds. Grate a very ripe soft pear or finely dice a firm pear for cooking.
Bring water to a gentle simmer and whisk in millet flakes; cook according to package instructions until fully softened, adding water if the porridge thickens too much.
Add the pear and simmer until it is completely soft and mashable; stir regularly to prevent sticking.
Mash or blend to the desired texture, check for firm fruit pieces and cool before serving.
For new eaters, offer a moist, smooth mash. Move to a gently textured porridge as skills develop. If using firm pear, cook it until mashable rather than relying on raw grated pieces.
Moist, soft millet porridge with no firm pear pieces.
Thicker porridge with soft finely mashed pear.
Millet and pear do not intentionally contain common major allergens. Check packaged flakes for cross-contact statements, and check milk or yogurt if added.
Best served fresh. Cool and refrigerate clean untouched portions promptly for up to 24 hours; reheat with water until hot throughout, stir and cool before feeding. Discard leftovers from baby's bowl.
Best served fresh. Cool and refrigerate clean untouched portions promptly for up to 24 hours; reheat with water until hot throughout, stir and cool before feeding. Discard leftovers from baby's bowl.
This guide is informed by current guidelines from leading health organizations:
