Pasta Veggie Shapes
Dinner

Pasta Veggie Shapes

Soft pasta shapes with finely chopped vegetables in a mild, toddler-friendly sauce

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).

Allergen info

Contains gluten unless using GF alternatives.

Storage

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

Prep: 10mCook: 15mServes: 4 toddler portions12-18m

Mess Level

💦💦💦💦💧

Expect Chaos

Ingredients
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
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  • 1 cup small pasta shapes (like stars or small shells)
  • 1 small carrot, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped cooked broccoli
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp grated mild cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped
Frequently Asked Questions
Cost Breakdown
Pasta shapes£0.30
Carrot£0.10
Peas£0.20
Broccoli£0.15
Olive oil£0.05
Garlic£0.05
Cream cheese£0.20
Mild cheese£0.15
Fresh herbs£0.10
Total Cost:£1.30
Nutrition Per Serving

95

Calories

4g

Protein

15g

Carbs

3g

Fat

2g

Fiber

35% DV

Vitamin A

Safety Notes
  • Ensure pasta is cooked until very soft
  • Check all vegetables are tender and age-appropriate size
  • Always supervise during eating
  • Test temperature before serving
Chef's Tips
  • Overcook the pasta slightly - it should be very soft for young babies
  • Choose small pasta shapes that are easy to grasp
  • Make vegetables very small and soft to prevent choking
  • Add pasta cooking water if mixture seems dry
  • This freezes well in ice cube trays for future meals
For Picky Eaters

Plain Pasta

Start with just pasta and cheese, gradually add vegetables

Single Vegetable

Use just one vegetable your child already enjoys

Different Shapes

Try fun pasta shapes like bow ties or spirals

Finger Food Style

Serve pasta pieces separately for self-feeding practice

Categories
Baby-led weaning friendlySoft textureHidden vegetablesFinger foodFreezer friendlyCalcium sourceEasy shapes for little hands