Dinner

Cheesy Rice Bowl

Creamy, comforting rice bowl with melted cheese and soft vegetables - a perfect first finger food meal

Choking safety

Soften hard fruit/veg thoroughly and cut to the recommended size for the age shown.

Allergen info

Contains dairy (or alternatives if swapped).

Storage

Cool quickly. Refrigerate within 2 hours. Reheat until steaming hot. Defrost in the fridge/microwave and eat within 24 hours of defrosting.

Prep: 5mCook: 15mServes: 4 toddler portions18-24m

Mess Level

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Moderate Mess

Ingredients

IngredientsMethod

Portion ControlAdjust the portion size to match your toddler's appetite, offering small servings and allowing them to ask for more if still hungry.

Original Recipe

As written in recipe

x2.5

1 cup cooked rice (preferably day-old)
1/2 cup grated mild cheddar cheese
1/4 cup small broccoli florets, steamed
1/4 cup diced cooked carrots
2 tbsp cream cheese
3 tbsp whole milk
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
Pinch of salt (if over 12 months)

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost Breakdown

Rice£0.20

Cheddar cheese£0.60

Broccoli£0.30

Carrots£0.15

Cream cheese£0.15

Milk£0.10

Butter£0.10

Garlic powder£0.02

Total Cost:£1.62

Nutrition Per Serving

110

Calories

Protein

12g

Carbs

Fat

120mg

Calcium

45% DV

Vitamin A

Safety Notes

Ensure all vegetables are steamed until very soft
Check that rice isn't too sticky or clumpy
Always supervise during eating
Test temperature before serving

Chef's Tips

Day-old rice works better as it's less sticky and easier to handle
Make sure vegetables are fork-tender for safe eating
Add cheese gradually to prevent clumping
This is perfect for using up leftover vegetables
Can be made in advance and reheated gently

For Picky Eaters

Plain Rice & Cheese

Skip vegetables and just do rice with melted cheese

Single Vegetable

Use only one vegetable your child already enjoys

Deconstructed Bowl

Serve rice, cheese, and vegetables separately

Different Cheese

Try mozzarella or mild white cheddar for variety