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Homemade Applesauce and Cuisinart Giveaway!

There is nothing quite like homemade applesauce….it’s been a favorite in our house for over a year now….and it’s SUPER easy to make!
When Hudson started eating purees, I made 95% of his food…and I’m so glad I did. It was worth the effort (which really is minimal) in my opinion. And even though I don’t puree his food any more, I still make applesauce for him, because it’s his absolute favorite! 

photo IMG_7318.jpgThis time around I used the Cuisinart Baby Food Maker to steam and puree the apples…and it couldn’t have been easier! I really wish I had this when I was making Hudson’s food…it would have made everything 10 times easier. If you are thinking about making your own baby food I saw go for it! The time it takes is minimal and the Cuisinart makes it super simple. I used two organic apples, water, and a little bit of cinnamon for our applesauce. 
photo IMG_7320.jpgFirst, peal and chop two apples and add in water (the recipe book will tell you how much to add). And the Cuisinart Baby Food Maker did the rest. 
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It steamed the apples for about 20 minutes and then I switched it to chop to puree it all. I added a few pinches of cinnamon and that was it! You can add a little sugar if you need to, but I’ve never had too…the apples are naturally sweet!
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The applesauce turns out so yummy every time! It’s a staple in our house for sure. 
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And this little guy couldn’t wait to try it out! We use these reusable pouches and love them. 
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See what I mean? Such a easy and healthy way to put a smile on my boy’s face! Love it!
Cuisinart Baby Food Maker Giveaway!

Want to win a Cuisinart Baby Food Maker of your own? All you have to do is visit the Cuisinart Baby Recipe page and come back here and leave a comment letting me know what you like about the Cuisinart Baby Food Maker and leave a link to your favorite recipe. 
U.S. residents only. Giveaway ends July 21, 2014
When it comes to baby food it’s hard to stay on top of ingredients, consistencies and servings – getting the facts straight can be extremely confusing. This powerful machine steams, chops and purees your nutritious ingredients with ease making homemade baby food the gold standard for your baby. The generous 4-cup work bowl produces large batches of vegetables, meats and even fruits that you can freeze and store for convenient future use. Make baby food in 3 simple steps, first steam raw ingredients by using the integrated measuring cup to add the right amount of water. Next start by first chopping the ingredients then puree for quick and easy baby food with a perfectly smooth consistency every time!
 Many thanks to Cuisinart for sponsoring today’s story, and keeping Hudson healthy with quick, homemade meals!


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  3. How awesome is this giveaway! I never thought I would want to make my own baby food, but my husband is all about it, so I thought why not try it out. This would make making baby food so easy! I would love to try out the Banana-Pear baby food or even just the applesauce like you did!
    http://www.cuisinart.com/baby/recipes/stage_1/277.html

    Thanks so much for hosting this giveaway and thanks to Cuisinart for such a cool product! 🙂

  13. SO nice that it's a 2-in-1 machine. Looks compact enough for travel, too! I think the stage 2 broccoli and sweet potato recipe sounds great to try for my 7m old baby girl. Thanks for the opportunity to start making her food.

    Seasidesmitten@aol.com

  14. Obviously thinking quite a few months ahead, but really glad I saw this (especially as an over planner)! I would LOVE to have/win this! When I was a baby all of my baby food was made by my mom in a blender. This seems much easier and more convenient while keeping the healthy mentality I have! The recipes were great and allow you to use the ingredients that you are already using for the grown up meal! My favorite recipe was the butternut squash recipe. These are not too expensive in organic form and easily found or even grown in Seattle!
    http://www.cuisinart.com/baby/recipes/stage_1/262.html

  16. I would love to win this for our new baby! It will be so rewarding to make her food. Using the Cuisinart Baby Food Maker I'll be able to do that and know exactly what is in the meals she's eating. I can't wait to try the Peachy Plums recipe: http://www.cuisinart.com/baby/recipes/stage_1/274.html
    They've always been two of my favorite fruits so hopefully she'll love them too!

  25. I would love to use this to make purees for baby #2! It's so nice that it also steams right in once place.

  31. What an awesome giveaway!I made all my own baby food for my little guy who is now 20 months old. Although it was easy, I dirtied a lot of pots, pans, and the blender every time I made something new. I love that is an all in one appliance! I am not pregnant with #2 and would love to have this!

  33. I think it's magic and I think I want one and I think I hate myself for not having it when I was making baby food for my first three kids and I think I neeeeed it for my fourth. That's what I think! 🙂 I'd love to try the zucchini bread teething biscuits after subtracting some sugar. http://www.cuisinart.com/baby/recipes/stage_2/280.html

    DeNae @ bigloveandepicfail.blogspot.com

  52. I love how easy it is! I currently use either my blender, which is hard to clean, or the pouches, which I don't kind but they are expensive. I would love to try this out!!

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