Did You Know?
This product combined with 1/2 cup of 2% milk (vitamin A & D fortified) has 50% of the toddler daily value for protein, 10 vitamins and minerals and 390mg of potassium.
Divider tray keeps entree and veggies separate
Nutrition Specially Made for Toddlers
Toddlers need about 1,000 calories a day and it's important to make sure every bite counts. GRADUATES® Lil' Entrées® products are specially made for toddler developmental & nutritional needs. Learn more at www.gerber.com
Good to Remember
- Tender pieces - with the right size and texture
- Try all 8 varieties of Lil Entrées® products
IMPORTANT NOTES
This product should only be fed to seated, supervised children who are accustomed to chewing solid foods
Good to Know
- 1/4 cup of vegetables*
- 6g of protein and 10% daily value for 3 vitamins and minerals
- No preservatives
- 2 grams of fiber per serving
- 220mg of potassium per serving
*As calculated using the USDA Food Buying Guide for Child Nutrition Programs
Ingredients
CHEESE SAUCE (WATER, CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO EXTRACT COLOR], FAT FREE MILK, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CREAM, BUTTER, LESS THAN 1% OF: DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SALT, SOY LECITHIN, LIPOLYZED BUTTEROIL, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, TORULA YEAST, NATURAL FLAVOR, ANNATTO AND PAPRIKA EXTRACT COLORS), COOKED ENRICHED MACARONI (WATER, WHEAT SEMOLINA, EGG WHITES, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, PEAS, CARROTS, SQUASH, LESS THAN 1% OF: MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SUGAR, CHICKEN BROTH, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SALT; CARROT, CELERY AND ONION JUICE CONCENTRATES
Nutrition Facts
Serv. Size 1 tray (150g) Servings Per Container 1 |
| Amount Per Serving |
| Calories 160 |
| Calories from Fat 55 |
| Total Fat: | 6g |
| Saturated Fat: | 3g |
| Trans Fat: | 0g |
| Cholesterol: | 20mg |
| Sodium: | 300mg |
| Potassium: | 220mg |
| Total Carbohydrates: | 20g |
| Dietary Fiber: | 2g |
| Sugar: | 3g |
| Protein: | 6g |
| %Daily Value | |
| Protein: |
28% |
| Vitamin A: |
60% |
| Vitamin C: |
0% |
| Calcium: |
10% |
| Iron: |
8% |
| Zinc: |
10% |
Always refer to the product packaging for the most accurate and up-to-date product information.
Preparation Instructions:
- Remove tray from carton and puncture seal on both compartments.
- Microwave for 30 seconds.
- Carefully pull seal back from pull-tab at the end of small compartment just enough to drain liquid. After draining, remove seal from entire tray and discard.
- Stir contents and test temperature before serving.
- Refrigerate after opening. Discard unused portion after 2-3 days.
NOTE: Microwave ovens vary, so time is approximate.
DO NOT HEAT IN CONVENTIONAL OVEN
CAUTION: Contents are hot after heating, always test temperature before serving
GERBER® GRADUATES® Meals
Q: Do I have to microwave GRADUATES® meal selections?
A: No. All GRADUATES® products may be served at room temperature or cold. However, we recommend that you warm the LIL’ MEALS® and GRADUATES® LIL’ ENTRÉES® before serving to achieve the best possible taste and texture. Always test temperature before serving.
Q: How will I know when my child is ready for GRADUATES® products?
A: GRADUATES® offers a line of products that are appropriate for the Crawler, Toddler or Preschooler stage of your child’s development. Read the package for the developmental cues that indicate your child is ready for each product. Click here to learn more about Milestone Symbols™.
Q: What is the difference between GERBER® 3rd FOODS® and GRADUATES® products?
A: GERBER® 3rd FOODS® products have appropriate textures for babies learning to chew. GRADUATES® products are designed for older babies and toddlers who are learning to self-feed.
Q: How do I prepare GRADUATES® products?
A: GRADUATES® snack products such as Cookies, Puffs and LIL' CRUNCHIES® snacks and GRADUATES® side dishes such as Dices and LIL’ STICKS® meat and poultry sticks are ready to serve. Meal options such as GRADUATES® LIL’ ENTRÉES® selections and LIL’ MEALS™ may be microwaved and have easy-to-follow directions on the package. Always test temperature before serving.
Q: How do I store leftover GRADUATES® products?
Q: How do I find the “use by” date on the product?
A: GERBER® products - Each product is stamped with a “use by” date in the format dd MON yy. For example, a use-by date of August 25, 2010 would be indicated as “25 AUG 10”. The numbers before or after the use by date contain information about when and where the product was made.