🥩🌾 Beef & Oats Soup for 7-Month Baby

Ingredients (1–2 baby portions)

• 2 tablespoons lean beef mince (or finely chopped lean beef)

• 2 tablespoons rolled oats (quick-cooking oats are best)

• 1 small carrot, peeled and chopped

• 1 small potato, peeled and chopped

• 1 teaspoon Dr. Annie Beef Powder (optional, for extra iron)

• 1 teaspoon onion, finely grated (optional, for flavor)

• 1 cup water or low-sodium homemade beef/vegetable stock

• ½ teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional, for digestion)

Preparation Steps

1. Cook the Beef

• In a small saucepan, add the beef mince with 2–3 tablespoons of water.

• Cook over low heat until the beef turns brown, breaking it up into fine pieces.

2. Add Vegetables

• Add the chopped carrot, potato, and ginger (if using) to the pot.

• Pour in the rest of the water/stock and bring to a gentle boil.

3. Simmer Until Soft

• Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until all vegetables are very soft and beef is fully cooked.

4. Add Oats

• Stir in oats and cook for another 5 minutes until the oats are soft and the soup thickens slightly.

5. Blend to Baby-Friendly Texture

• Use a hand blender or regular blender to purée until smooth (for early weaning) or leave slightly textured (if baby is already used to some texture).

Storage

• Cool quickly and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze in baby meal cubes for up to 1 month.

Nutritional Benefits

• Beef → Rich in iron, zinc, and protein for healthy growth

• Oats → Gentle fiber for digestion and steady energy

• Carrot & Potato → Provide vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium