Ways To Prepare And Cook Butternut Squash For Baby

Step 1

First peel the butternut squash, cut it in half the long way and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Cut into smaller pieces and then you can:

Step 2

Bring 1 inch of water to boil in a saucepan fitted with a steamer basket and cover with a lid. How long to steam butternut squash? Butternut squash steams quickly – about 15-20 minutes, it depends on how big the pieces are. Pierce with fork and check when it’s ready.

Step 3

Here you have two options: if you want cubes or strips, it’s best to cut first, then bake. If you intend to serve with a spoon or make a butternut squash puree then cut your butternut squash in half lengthwise (no need to peel) and bake face down to trap the moisture inside. For a caramelized surface roast cut-side up. Roasting time is about 30-45 minutes, it depends on how big are the pieces. If I want soft butternut squash bake at 380F, to get a caramelized, golden brown crust: 410-425F.

Step 4

Boiling is best when you make soups and purees as you would keep the water with all the nutrients that leached in there while boiling. When the squash is nice in soft, transfer in a blender and add some water from steamer to help it blend. Add small amounts at a time to get the desired consistency (thinner or thicker). The soupy purees are good for babies from 5 to 8 months then you can make it thicker and clumpier.