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Mash and mix potato soup
Make a simple potato soup and help mash it once cool.
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Two medium potatoes, two cups of low-sodium vegetable broth, a quarter cup of pasteurized milk, a saucepan, a potato masher, and bowls.
Age: 3–5 years; choose for the individual child.
Stay with the child throughout. Check the space and supplies, including anything within reach of younger siblings. Skip any activity that is unsuitable. Stop if a child puts non-food material in their mouth or becomes distressed. Use intact books, full sheets of paper, a large child-appropriate crayon and a clean, dry towel. Follow product labels; remove torn paper and keep broken crayons and caps away from children. Adult handles and stores supplies.
Set up: An adult checks labels and allergies, washes and peels the potatoes, and cuts them into small pieces. Everyone washes hands.
Adult's role: Handle knives, the stove, hot soup, and all transfers. Stay beside the child during mixing and seated eating.
Let's make it happen
- An adult puts the potato pieces and broth in the saucepan, simmers until the potatoes are soft, and removes the pan from the heat.
- Once the soup has cooled enough to handle safely, help mash the potatoes and stir in the milk.
- An adult checks the temperature and serves small portions. Eat seated together.
Make it simpler: Watch the adult mash and choose a bowl for serving.
Clean up: Wash hands and clean utensils and surfaces. Cover and refrigerate leftovers promptly.
Milk contains dairy. Check broth ingredients for allergens and use a suitable alternative if needed. Keep children away from the stove and hot liquids.