Trays for freezing baby foods

So, in the past year I have purchased a few items from CSN stores online. And I have discovered some pretty great products. I thought I would share one.

CSN Stores has over 200 online stores where you can find everything from stylish diaper bags, to modern bar stools, or great cookware!

Since we're discussing freezing homemade baby foods, I thought we should talk about freezing options.  Of course, you can use traditional ice cube trays, but there are also other options out there.

Like the KidCo Baby Steps Collection.  It has some great features that make it worth the additional cost.  Locking lid seals foods tightly inside, a writing surface for date and meal prepared, each section is a single, 1 oz. serving and they're dishwasher safe.  These run around $6-8 per tray. 

Let us know if you have tried this product and what your thoughts are.

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Baby Food : Stage Two EARLY MEAL Recipes

Brown Rice Chicken & Peach Delight
1/2 c cooked boneless chicken - chopped
1/4 c cooked brown rice
1 ripe peach
1 tb peach juice (white grape or apple juice may be used or juice may be left out)
1 tb milk
2 ts wheat germ

- Mix all ingredients together
- Transfer to blender/food processor and puree or chop to make textured for older babies.




Creamed Chicken & Potato
2 tsp butter
1 tsp unbleached flour
1/4 c Low fat milk
1/4 c Chicken, cooked, boned and-shredded
1/4 Potato, baked and cubed (try using sweet potato.)
1 tbls Grated white cheddar cheese

- Melt butter in small heavy pan over low heat. Stir in flour and blend well and then add milk and stir until smooth.
- Cook over low heat until mixture begins to thicken, then add chicken and potatoes. Stir for about 2 to 3 minutes more or until heated through. Feel free to add a few vegetables.
- Add cheddar and stir until melted.





Green Beans and Potatoes
1/2 c. cooked potatoes
1/4 c. steamed green beans


- blend cooked white potatoes and green beans together
- add a bit of pear or applesauce for extra appeal

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