3. Oats and plum porridge:
You will need:
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup full-cream milk
½ cup fresh plums
Water
How to:
In a pan, add the milk and oats and cook according to the instructions given on the packet. Remove and keep aside.
Meanwhile, boil water in a pan and add the plums. After about 45 seconds, take them out using a spoon. Place them in chilled water and remove the peel.
Once cool, mash the plums using your fingers.
Add the mashed plum to the oats porridge.
If you wish, you may also add some finely sliced or powdered cinnamon, dried fruits such as almonds, walnuts, and pistachio to this recipe. This will boost the nutritive value of the recipe multi-folds.
4. Baked plums with cinnamon:
Cinnamon has several health benefits when consumed regularly, and makes a good addition to your baby’s diet. The spice can be added to a variety of recipes to enhance their nutritive composition.
You will need:
1 cup fresh plums
1 tsp cinnamon powder
2 tbsp apple juice
How to:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
Slice plums in half and remove the seed. Place them in an oven-safe dish.
Add apple juice and sprinkle some cinnamon powder over the top.
Cover the dish and bake for about 25 minutes or till the plums turn tender.
Once cool, remove the skin and mash using your fingers.
Serve the recipe warm with some toasted bread slices.