HOW TO COOK GROUND BEEF FOR A BABY
Step 1
Place a frying pan on the stovetop set to a low- to medium-heat. Put enough oil, such as sunflower or groundnut, into the pan so that the bottom is covered with a thin layer.
Step 2
Add the ground mince to the pan, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon as it warms up.
Step 3
Turn the beef with the wooden spoon so that it is browned all over.
Step 4
Simmer the ground beef gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Check for readiness by sampling a spoonful – it needs to be cooked right through.
Step 5
Drain excess fat from the pan and puree the beef in a food processor. Skip this step if your baby can already manage ground beef.
Step 6
Combine the beef with other foods, if desired, and serve.
TIPS AND WARNINGS
Serve ground beef mixed with mashed potato or pureed carrot. Mix with some well-done pasta for slightly older babies. Choose lean ground beef for your baby, with at least 80 percent lean meat.
