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

Polenta Fingers, watercolor illustration
Dinner

Polenta Fingers

Italian-style corn fingers that are naturally gluten-free

Ages
9–12 months, 12 months+
Time
About 30 min
Serves
4
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten free

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

  • 1 cup polenta
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/4 cup grated mild cheddar
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Food guides for this recipe

Method

  1. 1

    Cook polenta with water

  2. 2

    Stir in cheese and butter

  3. 3

    Pour into pan and cool

  4. 4

    Cut into fingers

  5. 5

    Grill or bake until crispy

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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