General information, not medical advice. Talk to your pediatrician before starting solids or allergens.

Mini Meat Patties, watercolor illustration
Dinner

Mini Meat Patties

Protein-packed and easy to pick up, ensure they're soft enough to squish

Ages
9–12 months, 12 months+
Time
About 25 min
Serves
4
  • Iron rich

For babies under 12 months, serve without added salt, sugar or honey, and cut or mash food to suit your baby’s age (see each food’s guide below).

Ingredients

  • 250g ground beef or turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp grated cheese (optional)

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)

  2. 2

    Mix all ingredients in bowl until combined

  3. 3

    Shape into soft flat patties or finger-length logs, about 1/2 inch thick

  4. 4

    Place on baking sheet

  5. 5

    Bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through

  6. 6

    Let cool and test temperature before serving

  7. 7

    Can be served with homemade no-salt tomato sauce for dipping

Choking hazard

This recipe includes a common choking hazard. Follow the preparation in the method and each food’s guide for your baby’s age, seat your baby upright and always supervise meals.

Contains common allergens

Introduce allergens one at a time, starting with single ingredients. If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before introducing allergens.

Sources

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