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November 12, 2026
Slow-cooked lentil bolognese with tubetti pasta for babies and toddlers
Green lentils, aubergine, mushroom and spinach slow-cooked in tomato and served with tubetti pasta. Vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free.
Age
Babies from 7 months and toddlers 1–4 years
Textures
Smooth, lumpy, bite-sized or toddler portion
Suits
Vegetarian · Dairy-free · Egg-free
Reviewed by Jo Lenz
Our HCPC-registered paediatric dietitian plans the menu and reviews every recipe.
Cooked by Chef Kwesi
Made fresh each morning by our executive head chef and his team in Battersea, London. Never frozen.
About this dish
No added salt or sugar
Flavour comes from herbs, spices and the ingredients themselves.
Our lentil bolognese has all the comfort of the classic with none of the meat. Green lentils, aubergine, mushroom and spinach cook down slowly in tomato with garlic and thyme, then wrap around little tubetti pasta tubes.
Tubetti is small and easy to scoop, so it suits babies moving on to more texture. For older children, add some grated cheddar and finish it in the oven.
A note from Jo Lenz, paediatric dietitian
From Chef Kwesi
One dish, every stage
Our main meals come in the texture your child is ready for, and you can switch any time from your account.
Smooth
Blended for babies starting out on solids.
Lumpy
Soft lumps to practise chewing.
Bite-sized
Soft pieces for little fingers and self-feeding.
Toddler
A bigger portion for children aged 1 to 4.
Questions parents ask
Is lentil bolognese good for babies?
Yes. Lentils are soft, rich in plant protein and easy to blend, which makes lentil bolognese a great early meal. It comes smooth, lumpy or bite-sized.
How do I reheat the lentil bolognese?
Microwave for 60 seconds (baby) or 90 seconds (toddler). For older children, add some cheddar and finish it in the oven.
Is the lentil bolognese dairy-free?
Yes. There is no cheese or cream in the sauce, so it is vegetarian, dairy-free and egg-free as standard.
Fresh meals for babies and toddlers, cooked in London every morning
Chef Kwesi and the team cook every meal from scratch in our Battersea kitchen. Our own drivers deliver them chilled across London, ready to heat and serve.
From £11.99 a day
Each delivery day brings two main meals and a booster from that day’s menu. Toddler days (1–4 years) are £15.49. Free delivery across London.