Ricotta Cheese and Bean Spread for Baby

Today we have a simple homemade baby food recipe for you using yummy ricotta cheese and cannellini beans! The result is a  smooth and creamy dip or spread – try serving it on toasted bagel pieces, with cooked veggies as dippers (for young babies), with raw veggies for older children – or even as an unusual sandwich filling!

This recipe is 100% vegetarian.

Not sure about using ricotta cheese in your baby food recipes?

Then learn more here…

When can my baby eat cheese?

To make Ricotta Cheese and Bean Spread for Baby you will need…

4 oz (1/2 cup) cooked cannellini beans (if you are using canned beans, look for the salt-free variety – or use low sodium beans and rinse well)
2 oz (1/4 cup) ricotta cheese
pinch garlic powder (optional)
2 tsp lemon juice (12 months+)*
1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp fresh dill, chopped

*Citrus may cause an allergic reaction – or a sore bottom – in babies under 1 year of age

Simply place all ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth.
Chill, then serve!

Tags: beans, cannellini beans, cheese, dill, dip, finger foods, garlic, parsley, ricotta, spread, vegetarian

Category: New baby food recipes