How to add a twist to baby's meals by playing with sweet and savory

Did you know that learning about taste begins during pregnancy, thanks to your diet? Don't panic if you preferred raspberry cheesecakes to pumpkin soup for nine months, because this discovery of flavors continues with the introduction of solid foods . Once fruits and vegetables are introduced one by one, you can introduce your baby to surprising sweet and savory combinations.

Without going so far as to pass on your passion for the Babybel-Nutella combo, introducing your baby to sweet and savory pairings is a great way to encourage them to eat a variety of foods. Developing a taste for different flavors also involves original and creative combinations. Here are a few ideas for little taste buds eager to explore new tastes…

Spice up Baby's meals

What better way to introduce your child to sweet and savory flavors than with spices? You can start by adding a pinch of cinnamon to their carrot or butternut squash puree. Vanilla, which is very mild and often a favorite with children, pairs beautifully with potatoes, parsnips, Jerusalem artichokes, and even cauliflower.

Of course, you can't talk about spices without mentioning the essential gingerbread. Crumble some over your sliced ​​chicken or bake some ham and gingerbread muffins.

However, we advise you to introduce it in small doses, as children are not very fond of overly spicy dishes!

Incorporate fruit into Baby's savory dishes

Fruit is a big hit with little ones. It can be used in compotes, juices, or simply eaten raw, in pieces. Freshly squeezed fruit juices are rich in vitamins. You can make apple-celery-cucumber or carrot-beetroot-apple juices using a juicer or extractor. Bananas, which are rich in B vitamins, magnesium, and potassium, pair well with chicken, shrimp, or fish. In the category of "unusual combinations" that our little taste buds adore, we find the ever-popular cheese. Try several pairings such as pear and Parmesan, fig and Roquefort, apricot and Camembert, or melon and sheep's milk cheese…

Also consider serving the cheese with jam or dried fruit (pistachios, raisins, dried apricots…).

Dare to use caramel with Baby's meat

What Breton wouldn't love salted caramel?! Don't hesitate to drizzle it over crêpes and waffles. You can also use it as a main course with chicken skewers, or follow Asian trends with salmon or pork. You can even caramelize vegetables in a pan in just 5 minutes! It's up to you!

However, creating a successful sweet and savory dish is not so simple, especially in terms of proportions! If you don't dare to try it, start first with one of our good little Good Goût dishes, such as the delicious baby carrot and chicken dish with a hint of clementine juice or the surprising sweet potato puree with sautéed pork and a little grapefruit juice.