Easy Pear Puree (Plus Easy Storage Tips)

Easy Pear Puree (Plus Easy Storage Tips)

Use ripe pears—they should give just a little to the touch and smell like a pear—for the best flavor in this puree. Some babies may want a few spoonful, some a bowlful. Follow baby's cues to determine the right amount for them.

Course Baby Food

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 12

Total Time 17

Servings

Calories 61kcal

Author Amy Palanjian

Equipment

Ingredients

4 cups diced ripe pears

Instructions

Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a medium pot. Add the pears and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the pears are very soft when poked with a knife.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer pears to a blender. Add 1/2 cup of the cooking water to the blender and blend, starting on low and working up to high, until very smooth. If the puree is thicker than desired, add a bit more water.
Let cool and serve or store for future meals.

Notes

To store in the fridge: Let cool and portion out into small airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
To freeze: Portion into a silicone ice cube tray and freeze overnight. Transfer to a zip top freezer bag and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge.
Any kind of pear will work, though ripe pears that give just slightly to the touch is best.
If you use brown Bosc pears, peel them before cooking as the skin tends to be tougher and may not blend totally smooth.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or ground ginger for additional flavor.
Add 1 teaspoon unsalted butter for richness and fat.
I haven't had my Pear Puree turn brown, but if you're at all worried, you can add 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
To make this recipe with a steamer, simply place the diced pears into a steamer basket fitted inside of a medium pot filled with 2 inches of water. Bring water to a simmer over medium heat, cover, and cook for the same amount of time. Use some of the cooking water to help blend the pears.

Blend with Peanut Butter Puree, Sweet Potato Puree, Bean Puree, Avocado Puree, Banana Puree, or any other homemade baby food you like for additional combinations.

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