My dad is currently on a pureed diet due to a cancer diagnosis. He’s always loved food, so this change has been really difficult for him. He lives alone and isn't very confident with cooking, so I’m trying to find ways to help him stick to the diet while still enjoying his meals.
I was considering using M&S tinned steaks and chicken in sauce—blending them and serving with mashed potato—as they’re usually rich and tasty. I’m also looking into preparing and freezing meals for him, like a pureed fish pie (blended fish in a creamy sauce with mashed potato on top).
Does anyone have other meal ideas that would work well pureed but still feel satisfying and familiar? Also, what's the best way to freeze and store these meals—what kind of containers work well? Would he just need to defrost and microwave them, or would reheating in the oven be better?
Any suggestions or tips would be really appreciated. I know how much food means to him, so I want the meals to feel as “normal” and enjoyable as possible. They’ll also need to be calorie-dense to support his strength. I may look into ordering ready-made meals as well, but I think homemade—especially using M&S products with cream and butter—might be more comforting and tasty for him.