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Are you always on the prowl for healthy and delicious new foods for your child? Look no further than creamy and nutritious avocados— the perfect food for babies and toddlers! In addition to being sodium- and cholesterol-free, avocados contain nearly 20 essential nutrients, including fiber and folate. Available year-round, avocados from Mexico, a healthful addition to your child’s diet!
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Did you know avocados are considered one of the best first solid foods for infants?
Fully ripened avocados can be eaten alone or mashed with fruits such as bananas, mangos and pears, as well as with applesauce,
yogurt and mashed potatoes for extra taste and texture. |
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Avocado’s monounsaturated fats support healthy brain function by
promoting blood flow and its antioxidant nutrients protect your child’s brain cells against destructive free radicals. B-complex vitamins in avocados support memory and brain function—helping your curious child to grow, learn and play! |
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Stir diced avocado into hot or cold cereal for a healthy breakfast that will keep your child full and alert until lunchtime. |
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Slip two to three slices of avocado into sandwiches or whole wheat wraps for a brain-boosting lunch.
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Mash a ripe avocado and serve it as a dip to accompany veggies or fruits. Add a squeeze of lemon, if desired, for kids older than one. |
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Combine canned tuna with avocado and use as a filling for finger sandwiches
Spread avocado onto a lightly toasted bagel or toasted bread strips. |
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Avocado spread is a healthy alternative to butter and mayonnaise, so introduce the concept as early as you can. |
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Serve chunks of avocado as an anytime snack, with ranch dressing for dipping. |
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A ripe avocado has dark green, pebbly skin and yields to gentle pressure. |
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Firm avocados will ripen on the kitchen counter in three to seven days. |
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You can keep your ripe avocados in the fridge for up to three to five days. Cut avocado, however, turns brown quickly. But don’t fret!
Here are two great ways to save your leftover avocado. |
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Squeeze lemon or limejuice over the exposed flesh and cover with plastic wrap. Avocado should stay fresh for up to 2 days in the refrigerator. |
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Fill an ice cube tray with mashed or pureed avocado and cover with foil before freezing. Thawed, it’s a perfect portion for baby! |
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1 fully ripened avocado from Mexico, halved, pitted, peeled and diced |
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2 cups milk |
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1 can (8 ounces) |
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pineapple chunks in juice |
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4 tablespoons sugar |
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Pinch of salt |
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1 cup ice |
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In blender container, combine avocado, milk, pineapple, sugar and salt; whirl until smooth. Add ice; whirl until ice is crushed.
YIELD: 4 cups |
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1 package (3 ounces) lime-flavored gelatin |
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1 tablespoon sugar |
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1 tablespoon limejuice |
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2 fully ripened Avocados from Mexico halved, pitted, peeled and coarsely chopped |
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In bowl, prepare gelatin following package directions; stir in sugar and limejuice. Chill until mixture is the consistency of egg whites, stirring occasionally. In bowl of food processor, place avocado; add gelatin mixture; process until smooth and creamy. Spoon mixture into six 2/3-cup molds or 1-quart serving dish; cover and chill until firm. Quickly dip molds into hot water; turn out onto serving plates. Serve with diced avocado, if desired.
YIELD: 6 portions |
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For more information, please contact Diana Yin at diana@lewis-neale.com.
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