© Aliya Porter – Porter Nutrition 2023
Ingredients
165g swede, cut into chunks (weight once peeled) |
310g spaghetti or other pasta |
50g plain flour |
600ml semi skimmed milk |
160g frozen peas |
150g mature Cheddar cheese, grated Black pepper |
400g carrots, peeled and cut into sticks (to serve as an accompaniment) |
Method
Cook the swede in water until soft. Drain and mash until smooth. Set aside. In a non stick pan, put the cold milk and flour. Heat whilst constantly whisking until the sauce thickens. Add the grated cheese, mashed swede, peas and black pepper and heat through. Meanwhile cook the pasta and the carrots. When the pasta is cooked, drain it and mix the sauce through the pasta. Serve with carrots.
Notes
Suitable from 6 months.
Can be mashed or pureed.
Portion size: serves 8 (toddler size portions)