Soft Pasta Stars
Tiny soft cooked pasta stars tossed in a light sauce make a wonderfully fun kid friendly recipe that babies love during baby led weaning. Cooked well beyond al dente to achieve the softest possible texture, these little pasta shapes are perfect for developing babies self feeding skills.
Tiny soft cooked pasta stars in a gentle sauce perfect for baby led weaning exploration.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
main
sauce
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of unsalted water to a boil and add the stelline pasta. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes longer than the package directions, approximately 12 to 15 minutes total, until the pasta is very soft and easily smooshed between your fingers.
Make the Sauce
While pasta cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the butternut squash puree and ricotta cheese, mixing until smooth and warmed through. Add olive oil to make it extra creamy and easy to grab.
Combine and Coat
Drain the pasta, reserving a splash of pasta water. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss gently to coat every piece. Add a tiny splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Cool and Serve
Spread the pasta on a highchair tray and allow to cool to a safe temperature. The sauce coating helps the pasta be less slippery and easier for baby to pick up during self feeding.
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