Babyfood, dinner, beef lasagna, toddler
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A smooth, savory puree designed for toddlers, blending tender beef, pasta sheets, and a mild tomato sauce into a spoonable, nutrient-dense meal. It offers the familiar, comforting flavors of classic lasagna in a texture safe for early eaters, with a notable protein punch for its size.
Calorie split: 22% protein · 53% carbs · 25% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents love it for delivering the hearty, satisfying taste of a family favorite in a safe, no-choking-hazard format. It's a reliable way to introduce complex flavors like tomato and beef while ensuring a balanced meal.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The sodium content, while controlled, can be a consideration for very young kidneys, and the texture is too smooth for toddlers ready for more chewing practice. To counteract, serve with a side of soft-cooked vegetables or avocado to add fiber and healthy fats, and always check the label for the lowest sodium option available.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of protein for muscle growth
- Provides iron from beef for energy
- Contains calcium from dairy for bones
- Convenient, complete meal in one jar
- Introduces classic savory flavors early
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The word 'lasagna' likely comes from the Greek 'lasanon,' meaning a large cooking pot, not the pasta itself.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 82.3 g |
| Energy | 77.0 kcal |
| Energy | 322 kj |
| Protein | 4.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 2.1 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 10.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 18.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.87 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 11.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 40.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 122 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 41.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.70 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 8.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.9 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.09 mg |
| Niacin | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 6.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.51 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 58.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1163 iu |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Babyfood, grape juice, no sugar, canned — USDA does not publish this profile for Babyfood.
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.05 g |
| Threonine | 0.16 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.21 g |
| Leucine | 0.32 g |
| Lysine | 0.30 g |
| Methionine | 0.08 g |
| Cystine | 0.05 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.18 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.13 g |
| Valine | 0.23 g |
| Arginine | 0.25 g |
| Histidine | 0.10 g |
| Alanine | 0.27 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.35 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.89 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g |
| Proline | 0.33 g |
| Serine | 0.12 g |
FAQ
Is this just mashed-up regular lasagna?
Not exactly. It's specifically formulated for toddlers with softer pasta, finely ground beef, and a smoother sauce. It also has controlled sodium and no added sugar, unlike many adult versions.
Can I mix it with other foods?
Yes. It mixes well with soft-cooked grains like quinoa, mashed sweet potato, or steamed spinach to increase fiber and nutrient variety.
At what age can my baby eat this?
It's typically introduced around 10-12 months when a baby is comfortable with spoon-feeding and eating thicker textures, but always consult your pediatrician.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.77 kcal/g · 22% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.34 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.