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I can't believe I'm already saying this, but our "little" (18+ lbs) boy Judah will be half a year old this month and is nearly ready to sample his first taste of "big people food!" To kick off the big celebration, purred organic carrots are on the menu. I like to start with carrots because they're naturally sweet, are the highest vegetable source of beta-carotene (which the body converts into Vitamin A) which is good for the eyes, contain many anti-oxidants, and are easily digestible.

Making your own baby food is a great way to ensure a healthy start on solids. You know exactly what your baby is eating and can pronounce all the ingredients. It's not a difficult task either; all that's required is a little time. And, for those of you who are concerned about finances, you'll be happy to hear that you can make your own baby food for about 10% of the store-bought variety (I made mine at $0.08 per serving compared to $0.79 per jarred serving).

Here's how to do it in 7 easy steps:

1. Wash and peel carrots

2. Chop 'em up

3. Steam carrots in a minimal amount of water until just tender.

4. Puree in blender until completely smooth.
Add some of the cooking water if you need to thin it out a little.

5. Spoon into ice cube trays and freeze.

6. Once frozen, transfer to freezer bags in meal-sized portions.
Seal tightly and return to freezer.

7. To serve, simple warm in saucepan or microwave.
Doesn't it almost look too pretty to eat?