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Pasta
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Pasta
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 37.2 g |
| Protein | 5.5 g |
| Fibre | 2.5 g |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Folate | 9 µg |
Allergen · Cereals containing gluten
Wheat pasta is a gluten-containing cereal, one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Gluten-free pasta made from rice or corn is a different product and isn't covered by this card.
How to serve Pasta to babies
6–8 months
Mashed
Cook until very soft. Mash it, or offer a soft tube shape like penne whole as a finger food.
9–11 months
Bite-size pieces
Soft-cooked pasta shapes left whole once your baby can pick up small pieces.
12–24 months
Bite-size pieces
With the family meal — no added salt in the sauce.
Per 100 g from CoFID (11-1129). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Pasta: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat pasta?
The earliest stage on this page is 6–8 months: Cook until very soft. Mash it, or offer a soft tube shape like penne whole as a finger food.
How do I cut and serve pasta for my baby?
6–8 months (Mashed): Cook until very soft. Mash it, or offer a soft tube shape like penne whole as a finger food.
9–11 months (Bite-size pieces): Soft-cooked pasta shapes left whole once your baby can pick up small pieces.
12–24 months (Bite-size pieces): With the family meal — no added salt in the sauce.
Is pasta a common allergen?
Yes. On the UK allergen list it counts as Cereals containing gluten.
Wheat pasta is a gluten-containing cereal, one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Gluten-free pasta made from rice or corn is a different product and isn't covered by this card.