I know what a challenge it is cooking for fussy toddlers. I just can’t understand how they can be picky like that! One day crumbed chicken strips are their favorite, the next day they gag at the site of it! Really, if they just knew how delicious these foods are!!
But for a parent you always want the best for your child, try and feed them the healthiest snacks and make sure they take their gummy vites every day! The test to produce a healthy meal to a toddler really can get frustrating.
I have tried loads of recipes for toddlers, and would like to share the mini meatballs recipe. This recipe combines lovely beef mince, with a few pieces of vegetables, hidden inside! The mini meatballs can freeze for up to 2 months.
It’s a great idea to make a load and toss them in the freezer for easy dinners for toddlers! Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
| Prep Time | 10 min |
| Cook Time | 20 min |
| Servings | dozen meatballs |
- 500 gr lean beef mince
- 1 large baby marrow grated
- 1 small potato peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup butternut grated
- salt and pepper to season
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 20 ml olive oil
Ingredients
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- Add all the ingredients, except the oil, together in a large mixing bowl and mix with your hand until incorporated.
- Roll small balls with meat and arrange in an oven pan. (oil your hands before you start to make sure the meat doesn’t stick to them)
- Sprinkle the mini meatballs with oil and bake for 20 minutes until brown.
