Iron-Rich Chickpea & Sweet Potato Mash

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Chickpeas
• 1 medium Sweet Potato
• 1 small Carrot
• 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

1. Peel the sweet potato and carrot. Cut them into small, even chunks.
2. Steam the vegetables for 12-15 minutes until they are very tender when pierced with a fork.
3. If using canned chickpeas, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess sodium. If using dried, ensure they are soaked and cooked until very soft.
4. Add the warm steamed vegetables and the chickpeas into a bowl.
5. Use a fork to mash the mixture together. Aim for a 'chunky-smooth' consistency where some small soft lumps remain, but all chickpeas are completely crushed.
6. Stir in the olive oil and a tiny pinch of cumin to help expand your baby's palate.
7. If the mash is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of the steaming water, breast milk, or formula to loosen it.
8. Serve warm.

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