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Safe ways to use spinach baby food past its expiration date

Spinach Baby Food Muffins

Spinach Baby Food Muffins

Delicious and nutritious muffins made with slightly expired spinach baby food, perfect for reducing food waste.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
18 minutes
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup slightly expired spinach baby food
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the spinach baby food, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Spinach Baby Food Omelette

Spinach Baby Food Omelette

A nutritious omelette made with expired spinach baby food to reduce food waste.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup expired spinach baby food
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, expired spinach baby food, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the edges are set.
  4. Flip the omelette and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Spinach Baby Food Pasta Sauce

Spinach Baby Food Pasta Sauce

A flavorful pasta sauce made with expired spinach baby food to reduce food waste.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup expired spinach baby food
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the expired spinach baby food, diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve over cooked pasta and garnish with grated cheese, if desired.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Spinach Baby Food Soup

Spinach Baby Food Soup

A comforting and nutritious soup made with slightly expired spinach baby food, perfect for reducing food waste.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups slightly expired spinach baby food
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the slightly expired spinach baby food and vegetable broth to the pot.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the soup until smooth.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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