Pregnant for the New Year and want to enjoy the aperitif as well as the meal? Here are some ideas for tasty recipes to prepare for December 31, perfectly suited to pregnancy.
During festive meals, particularly at New Yearit is not always easy for a pregnant woman to know what to put on her plate without limiting herself too much. The menus are often very rich and combine many ingredients. Some of them can pose problem during pregnancyespecially if the mother-to-be is not immune to toxoplasmosis. Here are our tips and our dish ideas for enjoy New Year’s Eve safelywhile having fun.
Pregnant, what aperitif for New Year’s Eve?
For New Year’s aperitifalcohol is obviously prohibited for pregnant women, even a small cup. To avoid frustration, turn to non-alcoholic cocktailsmade from fruit and sometimes lemonade. As for support, forget the smoked salmon, tarama, rillette toasts or charcuterie platters. They are prohibited for you because they are made from fish and raw meat. Also keep an eye on the verrines, some may contain raw meat or fish, Serrano ham or even raw milk cheese. You can fall back on the dried fruits, chips and aperitif biscuits which are safe, but taking small amounts. THE toasts covered with tapenade and fresh vegetables, or pesto puff pastries are also permitted during pregnancy.
What entry is allowed when you are pregnant?
Are you dreaming of a seafood platter as a starter for December 31? We’ll have to sort it out! Avoid Oysters which can give you listeriosis. However, you are entitled to shrimp and langoustines, as long as they are well cooked. Concerning meat, the “homemade” or “artisanal” foie gras is not recommended, as are raw meat tartars and cold meats. To treat yourself without fear, opt for warm goat’s cheese sandwiches with a touch of honey or fig jam and gourmet gazpachos.
Pregnant, what dish to eat on December 31?
For the New Year’s main dishthere you will not have to be choosy. Fish, meat and poultry are accepted as long as they are well cooked. However, avoid poultry stuffing which generally consists of cold meats. As an accompaniment, opt for steamed vegetables or starchy foods (bundles of beans, honey-roasted butternut with walnuts, celery or sweet potato puree, etc.).
What dessert can you eat on New Year’s Eve when you are pregnant?
The disillusionment can be great, but the log at New Yearas at Christmas, cannot be consumed by a pregnant woman. In fact, this festive dessert is often prepared with raw eggs and milk, two ingredients that can be dangerous if stored incorrectly. This is why it is better to avoid creams, mousses or ice creams and instead focus on homemade pies, cakes or sweet and cooked cakes.
