Split Pea + Carrot Soft Soup for Babies (8-12 months)

Preparation

1. 1

   Spread the dry split peas out briefly and remove any grit or stones, then rinse them well. Do not substitute raw whole peas without adjusting cooking instructions.

2. 2

   Put split peas and measured safe water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer gently, adding more water as necessary so the peas cook thoroughly without sticking.

3. 3

   Add the finely sliced peeled carrot while the peas are cooking. Continue simmering until the split peas break down completely and the carrot crushes easily with a fork; follow the package and allow longer than the listed estimated time when needed.

4. 4

   Blend the cooked peas and carrot until smooth and moist, with no firm grains or hard carrot pieces. Add safe water gradually if the soup becomes too thick or pasty.

5. 5

   Stir in olive oil, cool to feeding temperature and offer promptly.