3 Pillar 3: Bioavailable Micronutrients
Mini Meatballs (Hidden Liver)
For the liver-resistant baby. Beef meatballs with 20% liver hidden inside.
30 minutes
11-12 months
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Why This Works
Same nutrient density, better acceptance. The "hiding liver" technique maintains micronutrient intake when babies develop texture preferences.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ground beef
- 2 oz chicken liver, finely minced
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tbsp grated zucchini
- Pinch of dried herbs
Instructions
- 1
Blend liver until completely smooth (key to hiding it)
- 2
Combine all ingredients in bowl
- 3
Mix thoroughly - liver should be invisible
- 4
Form into marble-sized balls
- 5
Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes or pan-fry in butter
- 6
Cool and serve 2-3 per meal
- 7
Freeze extras in single layer