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• What you need

Slice the vegetables into thin slices. Cutting the vegetables into thin slices instead of cubes will save cooking time and the finished product will be softer. advertisement

Method 2 of 4: Processing Vegetables

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   Cook vegetables for 15-20 minutes. Put the sliced ​​vegetables in the basket to simmer and place in the pot. Cover and start to stew. Avoid putting too many vegetables in the basket; You can steam the vegetables in different batches. Vegetables will be completely soft after being simmered for 15-20 minutes.
   • If you don't have a steam basket, add the vegetable slices to boiling water. Boil for about 15 minutes or until it can be pierced. Avoid putting too many vegetables in the pot.

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   Place the cooked vegetables in a large bowl. Use a hole-punched spoon or filter to drain the vegetables and pour them into a bowl. Continue to simmer the rest of the vegetables until all are soft and ready to grind. advertisement

Method 3 of 4: Crushing Vegetables

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   Use a food processor or blender. Scoop about 1 cup of cooked vegetables from a bowl and place in a blender or food processor. Crush the vegetables in batches, adding a little water if necessary for a smooth, smooth mixture.
   • For best results, don't try to crush more than 1 cup at a time.
   • Scoop out the crushed portion from the food processor or blender and place the vegetables in a separate bowl. Store the mashed vegetables for later or use in recipes according to the instructions.

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   Season the mashed vegetables if desired. If using them as baby food, you don't need to add seasoning. In contrast, for children and adults, mashed vegetables will taste delicious when seasoned. Try adding a pinch of salt and pepper with butter or a teaspoon of cream. This will increase the flavor of the vegetables and help create a smoother mixture.

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   Mashed vegetables will be stored in the refrigerator for one week. Place the mashed vegetables in an airtight container (such as a sterile glass jar) and keep in the refrigerator for later use, shelf life up to one week. You can label the dish by name and expiration date.

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   Frozen vegetables can be stored for several months. Place the mashed vegetables into a container that can be used in the freezer compartment, making sure there is as little air inside as possible. Freeze mashed vegetables for several months. You can label containers by item name and expiration date.

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Advice

• Do not put potatoes or other starchy vegetables in a food processor or blender. Mashed potatoes are usually sticky and sticky. Crush them with a hand grinder or blend them with a blender.

Warning

• Hot vegetables produce a lot of steam when blended with a blender. If you are using a blender to crush your vegetables, be sure to let them cool completely. The pressure from the steam can squirt the top of the blender.
• When preparing mashed vegetables for baby food, use organic vegetables without pesticides whenever possible. Also, keep hands and processing areas as clean as possible to avoid foodborne illness.

What you need

• Vegetables to crush
• Large saucepan or cast iron pot
• Chopping board
• Vegetable knife
• Vegetable peeler
• Steamed basket, if needed
• 2 large bowls (1 for the vegetables after the stew, and 1 for the vegetables after you mash)
• Blender or food handler
• Food grinder
• Hand blender