Crock Pot Basic Recipes

Since my recent discovery and first batch of apples with my crock pot, I decided to make a few more things. These are basics and could be prepared and pureed for younger babies or left in pieces like i did for older babies and toddlers. I have also included my recipe for apples here for easy reference.

Crock Pot Apples
Mix together the following ingredients. Slow cook the following on high for 2-2.5 hours.

• 7 organic gala apples, peeled, cored, and cut into bite size pieces
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp vanilla.

Crock Pot Carrots
Mix together the following ingredients. Slow cook the following on high for 2.5-3 hours.

• 2 cups water
• 3 lb organic peeled carrots, cut into bite size pieces
• 1 tsp nutmeg

Crock Pot Pears
Mix together the following ingredients. Slow cook the following on high for 2-2.5 hours.

• 5 organic pears, peeled, cored, cut into bite size pieces
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp all spice
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

TIPS

• Make large batches and freeze extras in single serving containers. Thaw as you need them. I use glass containers with lids and put them in labeled freezer bags.
• I buy the bagged carrots that are already trimmed and peeled to save time.
• Only include spices for age-appropriate babies, but be creative and change it up as you go.
• Keep your pieces age-appropriate and consistent for even cooking.
• Use the high setting on your crock pot for faster batches, but keep an eye on it for over cooking. Note that the amounts and times above worked in my large 6.5-quart slow cooker.
• Need a crock pot?

Please share your thoughts and ideas.
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