What age can babies eat beef & vegetable mash?

Beef & Vegetable Mash is suitable from around 6 months. Every ingredient is prepared to the texture that suits 6 to 8 months.

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Beef & Vegetable Mash

✓ From around 6 months

Slow-cooked beef mince with sweet potato and peas, blended to a smooth or lumpy mash. A classic iron-rich combination that supports healthy development.

Best for Lunch or dinner
From 6 months
Ready in 40 min
Makes 3–4 servings
Iron Rich

Ingredients

Beef

100g lean mince

Sweet Potato

1 medium (200g), mashed

Peas

50g frozen, mashed

How to prepare each ingredient for 6 to 8 months

Each line is the preparation guidance for that ingredient at your baby's age, taken from its own food guide.

Beef

Cook mince thoroughly until no pink remains, then blend with broth to a smooth purée.

Sweet Potato

Steam and purée until very smooth — no lumps.

Peas

Boil briefly, then blend with a little liquid to a smooth purée.

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This page is general information based on NHS weaning guidance, not medical advice. Always stay with your baby while they eat. If you have concerns about allergies, choking or your baby's development, speak to your health visitor or GP.