7-Month MPASI Recipe: Homemade Beef & Sweet Potato Stew, Full of Nutrition & Delicious

As your baby enters 7 months of age, their need for iron, protein, and energy increases significantly. This Beef & Sweet Potato Stew is the perfect nutrient-dense meal, combining tender beef, sweet potato, and vitamin-rich vegetables into a soft and flavorful dish that’s gentle on tiny tummies.

This recipe can be easily adjusted for both spoon-fed purées and self-feeding BLW (Baby-Led Weaning) methods.

🛒 Ingredients (for 1 meal ±90–100gr):

• 30 grams of sweet potato

• 40 grams of minced beef

• 10 grams of chopped carrots

• 1 cherry tomato (remove seeds)

• 60–80 ml beef stock (adjust texture)

Aromatic Seasoning (remove before serving):

• 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)

• ¼ small onion or shallot (chopped)

• 1 small sprig of fresh rosemary

How to Make:

1. Prepare the Sweet Potato:
   Steam or boil until soft. Set aside. For BLW, cut into finger-sized pieces.

2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   In a small pan, heat a bit of EVOO or coconut oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

3. Cook the Beef:
   Add ground beef, stir well, and cook until browned and fully cooked.

4. Add Vegetables & Broth:
   Pour in the beef broth. Add the chopped carrot, cherry tomato, and rosemary. Simmer gently until all ingredients are soft and flavors have combined.

5. Remove Herbs:
   Discard rosemary stem and tomato skin (if peeled) before blending.

6. Adjust Texture Based on Age & Method:

   • For MPASI (Puree): Blend or mash everything including the sweet potato until you reach the desired consistency. Add more broth to thin it out if needed.

   • For BLW (Finger Food): Serve tender beef chunks, carrot, cherry tomato halves, and soft sweet potato sticks separately on a baby-safe plate.

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🌟 Nutritional Benefits:

• Beef: Excellent source of iron (heme), high-quality protein, and vitamin B12—supports red blood cell production and brain development.

• Sweet Potato: Rich in beta-carotene (vitamin A), fiber, and vitamin C—supports digestion and immune function.

• Carrot & Tomato: Packed with antioxidants, vitamins A & C—great for eye health and boosting the immune system.

• Herbs & Spices: Adds gentle flavor without the need for salt or sugar, helps train baby’s palate.