When Can Babies Eat Beef and noodles with gravy? (9+ Months WHO Safety, Allergens & USDA Nutrients)

A classic comfort food featuring tender beef and al dente noodles generously coated in a rich, savory gravy, perfect for a hearty and warming meal. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: - 1 lb stewing beef, cut into 1-inch cubes - 1 tbsp vegetable oil - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cups beef broth - 1 tsp dried thyme - 1 bay leaf - 8 oz egg noodles or wide pasta - Salt and black pepper to taste - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for gravy) - 1/4 cup cold water (for gravy) - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Instructions: 1. Pat beef cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper. 2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches on all sides. Remove beef and set aside. 3. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Deglaze the pot with a splash of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits. 4. Return beef to the pot. Add remaining beef broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer. 5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until beef is very tender. Remove bay leaf. 6. Cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain. 7. To make gravy: In a small bowl, whisk together flour and cold water until smooth. Slowly whisk this slurry into the simmering beef and liquid. Cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. 8. Add cooked noodles to the pot and stir to coat everything in the gravy. Heat through gently. Taste and adjust seasonings. 9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. In Wise Eating: AI Food Tracker, adding a child profile (9 months+) automatically checks every meal and recipe ingredient against WHO infant safety rules, choking hazards, and allergen flags.