Baby-Friendly Gravy Recipe (6 Months+): No Salt Added

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or breastmilk
• 2 tbsp cooked, pureed vegetables (carrots, peas, squash)
• 2 tsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, basil) – optional

Instructions:

1. Melt butter; whisk in flour to form roux.
2. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
3. Stir in pureed vegetables and herbs.
4. Simmer 5–10 minutes.
5. Cool to safe temperature; serve with other purees.

Important: No salt—babies' kidneys cannot process excess sodium. Introduce one new food at a time to monitor allergies.