Deceptively Delicious

02Your guide to pureeing and storing fruits and vegetables

Getting kids to eat their greens and other healthy foods can feel like a Herculean task. But what if there was a way to sneak in those essential nutrients without them even noticing? Enter the art of pureeing fruits and vegetables, a simple yet effective strategy from Jessica Seinfeld's book "Deceptively Delicious." Pureeing is a process that transforms fruits and vegetables into a smooth, creamy consistency. The key is to cook them until they're soft enough to blend easily. This could mean steaming broccoli until it's tender or simmering apples until they're mushy. Once they're cooked, you blend them until they're as smooth as a baby's bottom. The result? A nutritious puree that can be easily mixed into your child's favorite meals. But the benefits of pureeing go beyond just making healthy foods more palatable for kids. Purees can also be a great way to reduce food waste. Got some overripe bananas or wilting spinach? Puree them! You can also make large batches of purees and store them for future use. Speaking of storage, it's crucial to store your purees properly to maintain their freshness and nutritional value. For short-term storage, you can keep your purees in the refrigerator. But if you want to store them for longer, the freezer is your best friend. Just remember to use airtight containers to keep your purees as fresh as the day you made them. Now, you might be wondering how to incorporate these purees into your meals. The trick is to mix them into sauces, batters, or other dishes. For instance, you can mix some carrot puree into your spaghetti sauce or some spinach puree into your pancake batter. The goal is to enhance the nutritional value of your meals without significantly altering their taste. Of course, to make these purees, you'll need some essential kitchen tools and ingredients. A good blender or food processor is a must for pureeing. And don't forget about those airtight containers for storage. As for ingredients, a variety of fruits and vegetables is key. But don't neglect other healthy ingredients like whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Ultimately, the goal of this pureeing strategy is to promote healthy eating habits among children. By incorporating pureed fruits and vegetables into their meals, you can ensure they're getting the necessary nutrients. And who knows? They might even develop a taste for these foods and carry these healthy eating habits into adulthood. So, parents, why not give pureeing a try? It might just be the secret weapon you need to get your kids eating good food. After all, a little deception can go a long way in the battle for healthy eating.

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