Green beans for babies with a twist
Washington Post
GREEN BEANS WITH MINT (FOR BABY)
Makes five 2-ounce servings
Mint adds a nice, green freshness to the beans; make sure not to overcook them. This recipe is appropriate for ages 6 months and up.
MAKE AHEAD: The mixture can be refrigerated for 2 days in a tightly sealed container or frozen for up to 1 month.
From Ryan Morgan, executive chef at Art and Soul restaurant in Washington.
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
Fill a large skillet with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then add the green beans. Cover and cook for 7 to 9 minutes or just until they are bright green. Drain and cool under running water.
Transfer to the bowl of a food processor. Add the water, oil and mint. Puree until as smooth as possible; add water as needed to adjust the consistency.
NUTRITION Per 2-ounce serving: 38 calories, 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 3 mg sodium, 2 g dietary fiber, 1 g sugar
