Soft Diet Suitable for Invalid Cookery
A soft diet is prepared for people who are recovering from illness, surgery, or those who have difficulty chewing
and swallowing. Foods included in this diet are soft, nutritious, and easy to digest.
Mashed Potato with Scrambled Egg
Ingredients
• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon butter
• A pinch of salt
Method
1. Peel and boil the potatoes until soft.
2. Mash the potatoes smoothly with milk and butter.
3. Beat the egg and cook gently in a pan until soft and fluffy.
4. Mix the scrambled egg with the mashed potatoes.
5. Add a small pinch of salt and serve warm.
Nutritional Value
• Provides carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains protein from the egg.
• Easy to chew and digest.
Suitable For
• Patients recovering from illness or surgery.
• Elderly people with chewing difficulties.
• Individuals requiring soft-textured meals.
