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

A comforting and hearty dish featuring succulent shrimp and al dente noodles generously coated in a rich, savory gravy, perfect for a warming meal. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined - 1 tbsp olive oil - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth - 1/2 tsp dried thyme - 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. Cook egg noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. While noodles cook, pat shrimp dry and season generously with salt and pepper. 3. Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook quickly for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside. 4. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Deglaze the pot with a splash of broth, scraping up any browned bits. 5. Stir in remaining chicken/vegetable broth and thyme. Bring to a simmer. 6. To make gravy: In a small bowl, whisk together flour and cold water until smooth. Slowly whisk this slurry into the simmering liquid in the pot. Cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. 7. Return shrimp to the pot. Add cooked noodles and stir to coat everything in the gravy. Heat through gently. Taste and adjust seasonings. 8. 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.