Cannellini Bean & Sweet Potato

25 min

Cannellini Bean & Sweet Potato

Cannellini beans can be introduced from around 6 months, cooked until very soft and mashed. Like other beans they bring iron, protein and fibre, and their soft texture makes them an easy early food.

25 min1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup cooked or canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • Water or breast milk/formula as needed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel and cube 1 small sweet potato. Steam or boil for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender.

  2. 2

    If using canned cannellini beans, drain and rinse well. If using dried, soak overnight then simmer 60-75 minutes until tender; drain.

  3. 3

    Combine the cooked sweet potato with 1/2 cup cooked cannellini beans in a blender.

  4. 4

    Blend until completely smooth and creamy, adding water or breast milk/formula to reach the desired consistency.

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