Main meals15 min hands-on · 45 min total · 7 ingredients
Roast potatoes, broccoli & dip
Why it works for childrenDip it, try it separately, start small.
The ingredients bringProtein · Calcium · Fibre
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Family kitchen · Small meals
Pear & ricotta bread
Soft bread, mild ricotta and finely grated pear. A small no-cook meal that also works as a quick breakfast.
- Hands-on time
- 10 min
- Total time
- 10 min
- Base recipe
- 4 servings
Calcium · Protein · Fibre
Why it works for children & what’s in itTimes are estimates for the base recipe. Larger quantities may take longer.
Step by step
0 / 4Here’s how.
An easier way today.
Spread ricotta straight onto bread and grate pear over it.
What you can prepare ahead
Set out ingredients; grate pear just before eating so the bread does not become soggy.
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When there is room for it today
Helping is welcome. Watching is too.
Your child can spread ricotta with a blunt knife. An adult handles the sharp grater.
For your family table
Adapt for younger eaters.
Finely grate a very ripe pear and remove tough skin if needed. Cut soft bread into suitable pieces. From age 3; supervise eating.
The nutrients in these ingredients.
- Calcium
- Here from: ricotta
Important for building bones and teeth, especially during growth.
Learn about Calcium → - Protein
- Here from: ricotta
A building block children need for growth and for making body tissues.
Learn about Protein → - Fibre
- Here from: wholegrain bread and pear
Parts of plant foods that help keep digestion working normally.
Learn about Fibre →
These notes refer to the ingredients in the base recipe. The amount on the plate depends on preparation, portion size and swaps. Variety across the week makes the difference.
Make it work for you.
Use plain cream cheese instead of ricotta. If the pear is firm, cook until soft and cool first, allowing extra time.
Taking it slowly today?
Offer bread, ricotta and grated pear separately. A thin spread may be enough to start.
Keeping it safely
Prepare fresh. Cover untouched leftovers, refrigerate immediately at 5°C or below and use the same day. Do not keep leftovers from used bowls or glasses.
For younger eaters
Finely grate a very ripe pear and remove tough skin if needed. Cut soft bread into suitable pieces. From age 3; supervise eating.
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Our approach & sources
These recipes are ideas for family life with children aged 3 and up. Quantities are a guide, not a target to finish. Age, appetite and individual needs vary. Variety across the week matters; no single recipe covers every nutritional need.
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