Allergen note
Lancashire cheese contains milk, a common allergen; introduce it in small amounts after dairy has been safely introduced. It's generally well-tolerated if your child has no existing cow's milk protein allergy.
How to serve
For infants (6+ months), offer a 1-2 tablespoon portion of mashed lancashire mixed into a puree. For toddlers, serve a 15g portion of grated or small cubes as a finger food alongside soft vegetables.
Preparation
Finely shred cooked, lean lancashire to avoid choking, and mix it into soft mashed vegetables for a creamy, mild flavor.
Texture and choking risk
For infants and toddlers, always cut grapes, cherry tomatoes, and sausages lengthwise into quarters to prevent choking, and ensure constant, close supervision during meals.
Starting ages are typical guidance for healthy, full-term babies who show signs of readiness. Your paediatrician may advise differently, especially where there is a family history of allergy.
Track first tastes and reactions
Log when your child first tries lancashire, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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