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Butternut Squash, Black Bean, and Cumin Puree Recipe

August 12, 2016 24 Comments

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Instead of grunts and shouts from the high chair, I’m now hearing, “Snack! Snack!” or, at least, a semblance of such.  Scarlett is one hungry girl and surprisingly eager to try whatever I’ve got on my plate.  I’ve been so happy that she naturally accepts most new textures and flavors, including my Apple, Strawberry and Beet Puree and now this wildly flavorful Butternut Squash, Black Bean, and Cumin Puree.  It’s very easy to make with organic ingredients and your family will love it!

Butternut Squash, Black Bean, and Cumin Puree recipe, copycat of Beech-Nut! #babysfirstfoods

I started with a whole organic butternut squash, and I wanted to roast it before blending to bring out its flavor and bright color.  I chopped it into even pieces and roasted at 425° for 18 minutes. It was the perfect amount of time for the squash to be cooked soft and still maintain its texture.   

Butternut Squash, Black Bean, and Cumin Puree recipe

I made a few extra bites of squash for my five-year-old at dinner, and sprinkled some with salt and pepper, along with olive oil for roasting.  

Roasted Butternut Squash

Equal portions of squash and beans went into my little food processor, along with a smidgen of cumin to really pack a flavorful punch.  A little goes a long way, so if you’re worried about amounts, start small and work your way up while blending.  

Butternut Squash Black Bean and Cumin Puree recipe

Just look at that texture! This butternut squash, black bean, and cumin puree is a perfect stage 3 food, easing baby into eating yummy roasted veggie bites with skins, chewy beans and various seasonings to excite the palate. After only a bite or two, Scarlett wanted to pick up globs from her bowl and feed herself. We’re starting to work with the spoon a little bit, and I’m personally working on my bravery to let her make a mess!

Butternut Squash, Black Bean, and Cumin Puree recipe

[yumprint-recipe id=’18’]Butternut Squash, Black Bean, and Cumin Puree recipe

Scarlett is eating larger portions at each meal, so I’m no longer freezing my extra stash. Instead I seal them into containers for lunches during our hectic week.  If you’re like me and sometimes don’t have time to make your baby’s food at home, Beech-Nut offers some great Stage 3 varieties. You can try Beech-Nut® Organics™ Stage 3 just butternut squash, black bean & cumin for a quick and flavorful entrée for your child or mix it into your taco meat for an extra veggie punch! Find where it’s sold near you using Beech-Nut’s store locator.

Beech-Nut Copycat Recipe for butternut squash, black bean and cumin

I am very pleased to mention that I am working with Beech-Nut for 2016 as a sponsored ambassador, sharing Scarlett’s journey to solid foods and shedding some light on the #BabysFirstFoods process.  Come and share a bite to eat!

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  1. Demetra says

    August 12, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    I love the idea of mixing this into taco meat, what a great way to up the nutrition of a meal. I would try this as a healthy sandwich spread too……now I’m hungry!! LOL!!

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  2. Rachel Ferrucci says

    August 30, 2016 at 10:44 am

    This looks delicious. I love everything that has butternut squash!

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  3. Catherine Sargent says

    August 30, 2016 at 11:50 am

    Beech-Nut has always made great baby food. It was the only brand I used when my son was little. This sounds like a yummy combination of ingredients.

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    • Redhead Baby Mama says

      August 31, 2016 at 12:10 pm

      I ate it with pita chips!

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  4. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    August 30, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    That sounds divine. DEE-vine! I love the flavors and the texture. It almost looks like a hummus. Yum.

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  5. Brandy says

    August 30, 2016 at 12:55 pm

    That sounds delicious! I love how simple and easy that is to make!

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  6. Colleen Lanin says

    August 30, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    Yum, yum, yum! I would love to pair this with some nice whole grain crackers or maybe some multi grain chips. Looks delicious.

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  7. Pam says

    August 30, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    When my kids were babies, they loved anything with butternut squash in it. I will have to remember this recipe when my granddaughter gets a little older.

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  8. Kelly Hutchinson says

    August 30, 2016 at 4:02 pm

    When my kids were babies, I would make their own food. I love to see Beechnut has so many tasty options for babies and toddlers.

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  9. Chavonne Harvey says

    August 30, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    Terrific recipe for baby. When I read cumin I was all excited because that spice heightens every recipe.

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  10. Jeanine says

    August 30, 2016 at 6:19 pm

    This sounds and looks interesting. would love to give it a try – it’s not really anything I’ve ever tried before so it would be interesting to see if I’d enjoy it!

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  11. Marcie W. says

    August 30, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    What a unique yet wholesome combination! I especially appreciate that you included a bit of spice in your baby food recipe, as my kids have always been fans of flavorful food.

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  12. Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says

    August 30, 2016 at 8:17 pm

    I need to be like her and add more squash to my diet. Black bean, though, we eat at least twice a week!

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  13. Melissa says

    August 30, 2016 at 9:21 pm

    What a wonderful way to expose your kids to different flavors and textures at a young age and help them develop a sophisticated palette! This recipe looks divinely delish!

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  14. Liz Mays says

    August 30, 2016 at 10:09 pm

    It’s awesome that you have your own recipe for this. It sounds super flavorful and it doesn’t seem too difficult to make!

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  15. Theresa says

    August 30, 2016 at 10:27 pm

    Simple, yet delicious. I wish I would have made more of my own foods when my girls were little. They probably would have loved this!

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  16. Sarah Bailey says

    August 31, 2016 at 6:24 am

    Ohh what an interesting sounding mix of flavours to make a puree! x

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  17. Kristi says

    August 31, 2016 at 8:21 am

    Yum. A great way to get more protein in those kiddos. Miss those messy feeding times. I am babysitting for a friend tonight so will show her this.

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  18. Brianne says

    August 31, 2016 at 11:10 am

    This looks so yummy I want it for myself. I wish these were around when my kiddies were babies!

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  19. Beeb Ashcroft says

    August 31, 2016 at 2:04 pm

    Oh wow, never thought of this mixture before but it sounds really good. I’m in soup mode right now.

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  20. Crystal says

    August 31, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    I wish I had made more of my babies’ foods when they were little. But there are great store-bought options for the times I couldn’t. Both your recipe and the Beech-Nut variety look great!

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  21. Shell says

    August 31, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    That sounds delicious! I wonder if my kids would eat this.

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  22. Nikki Wayne says

    September 1, 2016 at 1:34 am

    Oh, sounds good! I am so sure my son will like this if he is a little bit younger than now. I used to make puree for him.

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  23. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says

    September 5, 2016 at 9:01 am

    Congratulations on being a sponsored ambassador! And here, I think I’m just going to be happy making this squash recipe of yours, yum!

    Reply

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