How Do You Make Squash Baby Food?
If you have decided to make your own baby food – Congratulations! Making homemade baby food is a great way to save money and ensure your baby is eating healthy. While most store-bought baby food are safe and healthy for your child, homemade baby food almost always tastes more fresh and flavorful. Squash is a great first food, and easy to make. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Wash the outside of the squash to remove any dirt, and pat dry. Cut the squash in half. If making butternut squash baby food, cut the squash lengthwise. Winter squash typically have a very think skin. You will need to use a very sharp knife to carefully cut the squash in half. Scoop the seeds out of the squash using a metal spoon. This is similar to scooping out the seeds of your Halloween pumpkin. Place the two squash halves in a baking dish, cut side down. Add about an inch of water to the dish. Bake the squash for 40-60 minutes. The squash skin will pucker and turn soft when it is done. If you can p
