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

Spinach and Cheese Frittata, watercolor illustration
Breakfast

Spinach and Cheese Frittata

Nutrient-dense breakfast packed with iron and calcium

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

  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Food guides for this recipe

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)

  2. 2

    Whisk eggs with milk

  3. 3

    Sauté spinach in oil until wilted

  4. 4

    Add spinach to egg mixture with cheese

  5. 5

    Pour into greased oven-safe pan

  6. 6

    Bake for 15-20 minutes until set

  7. 7

    Cool and cut into strips

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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