So we are past the baby food. But in typical toddler fashion we have food issues.
Number 1: She is awfully picky about biting into things and textures. I'll admit, I'm just as likely to tear off pieces of bread-type things rather than take bites, but she just hates to take a bite out of anything! Even teething biscuits aren't worthy of biting.
Number 2: Sometimes she just won't eat something she used to love. For weeks. Peas were a daily favorite for months. Now, if she sees a pea, it's all over. It reminds me of feeding my grandmother with dementia.
Fortunately, she seems to eat anything I make into nugget/croquette form. This has been a theme for the last month and I figure it's best to document all these recipes in case I want to make them again.
Pumpkin and tofu were always favorite foods so I started with that. She really seems to like these and they freeze very well.
Pumpkin Tofu Bites with Broccoli
10 ounces firm tofu, drained and minced
8 ounces pumpkin puree (about 3/4 cup)
5 ounces cooked brown rice (about 3/4 cup)
1/4 cup flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 ounce frozen broccoli, defrosted and minced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Combine the tofu and pumpkin, mash slightly.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Drop in 1 Tablespoon balls on a greased or parchment lined baking sheet. Bake at 400° F for 20 minutes.
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