Tag: soft food
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When Eating Feels Hard: Foods That Take Less Effort
There are times when eating just feels harder than it used to. Chewing takes more work. Meals feel tiring. Foods that once felt easy now feel dry, stubborn, or uncomfortable. For many people, this shift happens gradually, and if that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. And you don’t need a diagnosis or a special “diet”…
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Banana Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl
Rising and shining is easy when you’re breaking the fast with this naturally soft and bite sized (IDDSI level 6) and filling breakfast bowl. Add ins can help steer this recipe to any seasonal flavor profile and the natural sweetness and macro balance just make this a no brainer for adding to your family’s morning…
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Dal Garden Curry
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. Dal is more than just a dish, it’s an embodiment of home and comfort for many across South Asia. It’s a dish that has been passed down through generations, with each family…
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Fromage Fort
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. Fromage Fort, which translates to “strong cheese,” is a classic French spread that originated as a way to use up leftover cheese bits and rinds. It is typically made by blending various…
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Hot Honey Cauliflower Bites
Soft & Bite-Sized (IDDSI Level 6) Tender foods cut into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy to chew and break apart with minimal effort. Cauliflower has become a popular substitute for chicken wings and other crispy dishes due to its versatility and ability to absorb flavors. These soft Hot Honey Cauliflower Bites pack a punch…
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Miso-Glazed Eggplant
Minced & Moist (IDDSI Level 5) Soft foods that are finely chopped and held together with moisture so they don’t crumble or fall apart. Nasu Dengaku is a popular dish in Japanese cuisine that highlights the versatility of eggplant. The miso glaze, made with a combination of miso paste, mirin, and sugar, caramelizes beautifully under…
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Malted Milk Cookie Bars
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. Malted milk has a long, practical history in baking and home kitchens. It was developed in the late 19th century as a nourishing, shelf-stable food made from malted barley, wheat flour, and milk.…
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Orange Chocolate Soft Nougat
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. This orange chocolate soft nougat is a melt-in-your-mouth treat that combines the zesty flavor of orange with rich chocolate in a tender, chewy base. Unlike traditional nougat, which can be firm and sticky,…