Feeding toddlers beef provides a hearty and delicious meal option for toddlers, and can offer a range of nutrients and health benefits.

Beef is an excellent source of protein, and contains essential amino acids that are necessary for the growth and development of toddlers. It is also a source of iron, zinc and B vitamins, and many of these vitamins are important to help convert the food that a toddler eats into energy.

Moreover, feeding beef to your toddler can be beneficial for their immune system. Beef naturally contains many minerals and vitamins, including vitamin E, selenium and zinc, which are important for proper immune system function.

Finally, the consumption of beef can help toddlers in other areas of their life. Studies have linked consumption of beef to improved cognitive development in toddlers. In addition, lean red meat is thought to be a healthier choice than certain processed meats.

Overall, feeding toddlers beef may provide several important health benefits to growing toddlers. It can provide a good source of protein, minerals and vitamins, and may help support the development of their immune system and cognition.

General Information:

• Macronutrients: Protein, Healthy fats
• Calories: 250
• Serving size: 4
• Cooking time: 45 minutes

A delicious meaty kebab without the salt - perfect for small stomachs. No need to worry as this kebab packs plenty of flavour without the added sugar and salt!

Ingredients

• 500g lean beef mince
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground coriander
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• pinch of black pepper
• 10 medium-sized tomatoes, cut into quarters
• 10 large mushrooms, sliced
• 10 small potatoes, quartered

Preparation

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mince, olive oil, minced garlic and spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon and dried oregano) and mix well. (Tip: does your toddler like a spicy kebab? Feel free to add a pinch of sweet paprika powder to spice things up!)

2. On a plate, spread the mince mixture into 10 small patties, about 1 inch (2.5cm) in thickness.

3. Thread the patties onto 4 long metal skewers (or presoaked wooden skewers), alternating with the tomatoes, mushrooms and potatoes. (Fun Fact: skewers were originally made out of wood, then reeds, before spears came into being – wowza!)

4. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F) and place the kebabs onto a baking tray lined with baking paper. Bake in the oven for 30 minutesflipping, the kebabs half-way through the cooking time. Serve hot and enjoy!

(Joke: what did the cow say when he was served a kebab? A kebab-bb! That was udderly delicious!)