Sweet potato fries for baby led weaning

This is such a simple baby led weaning recipe and can be adapted to include whichever spices and herbs you have in the cupboard. To incorporate sweet potato fries into a baby led weaning approach, they can make up part of a family meal and one or two be offered to your baby as an appropriate first food. They can also be convenient to offer your baby when you're out and about too.

Ingredients:-

2 large sweet potatoes

1 tsp (5 ml) garlic powder

1 tsp (5 ml) onion powder

1 tsp (5 ml) paprika

1 tsp (5 ml) dried oregano

1 tsp (5 ml) dried thyme

½ tsp (2.5 ml) pepper

2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Scrub sweet potatoes under water with a brush.

Cut lengthwise into sticks while leaving the peel if desired (for easier grip).

Place in a large bowl.

Add all ingredients and toss.

Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes.

Can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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