Become a better cook, even with no skills!You’ll be surprised to see that most of these are probably in your kitchen already.Read through our list and then visit our article How to Puree & Store Homemade Baby Food for simple, step by step instructions on pureeing and making homemade baby food.Further down the page, you’ll see a useful list of food processors, blenders and stick mixers.You don’t need to go out and buy expensive or fancy equipment and you don’t need a “baby food maker” machine either. Of course, if you have been looking for a great reason (excuse) to get a super food processor or machine, then you certainly have it now!Blender and/or Food Processor: Pureeing, blending, mashingStick Mixer: Pureeing smaller jobs or “on-the-go” mealsGrinder: Pureeing smaller jobs or “on-the-go” mealsIce Cube Trays (or Storage Containers for freezing): Freezing food cubesFreezer bags: Storing the frozen food cubes from the ice tray.Strainer/Colander: Holding and draining cooked fruits and vegetablesSmall Holed Strainer or Fine Mesh Strainer: Pushing more textured foods through to make a more fine and smooth purée (Good for separating green bean and pea skins from purée)Steamer Basket: Steaming fruits and vegetableMasher: Mashing vegetables and fruits when baby gradates to a thicker or more chunky texture (i.e. Potato Masher)Sharpie or Permanent Marker

: Label freezer bags with food cube type and date prepared and frozenYes!! The above items are ALL you will need. Easy Peasy.NOTE: For every type of machine you may use to puree, the secret seems to be in how much food you put in the container baskets to begin with. No appliance will do a good job if over stuffed. Fill the containers less than half way full and add a scant amount of liquid to begin with.It even does grains and coffee.Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3”Note: work bowl may be made of polycarbonate although BPA free versions are now available in the 3 cup model and some 4 cup models.Kitchen-Aid 3-c. Chef’s Chopper Mini Food ProcessorStage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: work bowl made of polycarbonateCuisinart Premier Series Prep 11 Plus Food ProcessorChop ice, mince fish, blend carrots, mix breads or emulsify any food you want. We love Cuisinart products and if you have the money, this is a great kitchen tool you’ll use for a long time.Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: work bowl made of polycarbonateKitchenAid 12-c. Food Processor, Empire RedWith this food processor’s multi-purpose blade, you can chop, mince, blend, mix or emulsify foods quickly and easily.

Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3”Note: work bowl made of polycarbonateHamilton Beach 70595 Big Mouth 14-Cup Food Processor Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: work bowl made of SANIn my experience, the food processor is much better at making fine or thick (not chunky) purees than a blender is. ninja professional blender 1000 (bl610) reviewAlso, as being cheap (frugal) is on of my hallmarks, the food processor will enable you to get more use of it. hamilton beach hbb250s commercial rio bar blenderThe food processor will do several tasks that the blender will not; ninja xl master prep professional blender nj600 review

tasks such as kneading dough, slicing veggies & grinding grains etc.ninja kitchen system pulse blender - model bl204Oster Classic Beehive Blender – GlassI got this little lovely for Christmas 2007. cuisinart duet blender bfp-603One day I was too lazy to mash & wanted to test this out so in went my roasted acorn squash. blendtec wildside jar ebay3 pulses and my beautiful roasted acorn squash was turned into baby food. breville food processor bfp650 partsOne problem – we don’t have any babies eating thin purees anymore. Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3”Note: work bowl made of glassNow this blender is truly a classic that does it all reliably and faithfully but sadly, not too cheaply.

The price of the Vita-Mix is the only negative with the 5200 basic model running $449.00 when purchased via the VIta-Mix website. If you have the means, this blender is definately for you!Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: work bowl made of Tritan Copolyester (considered BPA free)Many parents who make homemade baby food swear by this blender!Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: work bowl made of polycarbonateAnother fantastic blender from Oster. Glass jar and 12 speeds, you can’t go wrong.Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: work bowl made of glassActually, I have never been keen on using a blender for baby food. This may be due to the fact that our old blender was really really lame. It was barely able to mush fruits, yogurt & ice cream into a smoothie. Also, we are not enamored with blenders because not many blenders are able to multi-task as well as food processors. However, we know many parents who swear by their blenders for making homemade baby food.

We do love the Oster blender – it pulverizes ice in no time at all too. Cuisinart Stick/Immersion Hand Blender A great little stick blender at a great price too. Does dips and sauces or a quick smoothie.Stage “1” Stage “2” – will do chunks but you must pay attention as you blend.Note: stainless steel blending stickCuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender – Whisk & ChopperThis hand blender is a bit more advanced than the one above and, it comes with attachments for chunky and fluffy foods. Use the whisk to make real whipped cream in a snap and the chopper to chop walnuts and soon enough, you’re on your way to a fresh ice cream sundae. Oh right, forgot we were discussing baby food 🙂Stage “1” Stage “2” Stage “3” Note: stainless steel blending stickStage “1” Stage “2” – will do chunks but you must pay attention as you blend.Note: stainless steel blending stickIn my experience, the immersion blender is great for sauces, dips and quick smoothies. On a personal note, the hand/immersion blender is not as quick as the food processor or blender. W