Low Histamine Creamy Pasta Sauce

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This gut-friendly sauce blends fresh cream with ricotta for a silky, mild pasta coating. It comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners. By skipping aged cheeses, it stays histamine-safe while still tasting indulgent.

Ingredients Needed:

• 500ml (2 cups) fresh cream: pasteurized, not UHT (or coconut cream).
• ½ cup ricotta cheese: fresh, smooth.
• ¼ tsp salt: optional.
• 2 tbsp fresh chives: optional garnish for mild onion flavor.

How To Make Low Histamine Creamy Pasta Sauce:

Heat Cream: Pour cream into a saucepan. Warm gently over low heat, avoiding boiling.

Add Cheese: Remove from heat. Whisk in ricotta until fully smooth and creamy.

Season: Add salt to taste.

Coat Pasta: Toss freshly cooked pasta in sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.

Serve: Garnish with fresh chives if desired. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips:

• Use only fresh dairy for the lowest histamine levels.
• Eat right after cooking — avoid long storage.
• Coconut cream is a good dairy-free option.
• Stir sauce off the heat to avoid curdling.

How to Store & Reheat:

• Room Temperature: Eat within 30 minutes.
• Fridge: Store up to 24 hours.
• Freezer: Not recommended — cream sauces separate. Reheat gently with a splash of fresh cream.

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: ~220
• Sodium: ~120 mg
• Protein: ~5 g
• Fat: ~20 g
• Carbs: ~3 g
• Fibre: 0 g
• Sugar: ~2 g

FAQs:

1. Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes, use coconut cream and blend with a little nutritional yeast for mild cheesy flavor.

2. Is ricotta safe for low histamine diets?
Fresh ricotta is generally well tolerated compared to aged cheeses.

3. Can I make this ahead?
Best eaten fresh, but can be stored in fridge for 24 hours and reheated once.

4. How do I keep the sauce smooth?
Avoid boiling cream and add cheese off the heat while whisking.

5. Can I add herbs?
Yes, fresh chives, parsley, or basil work well.

Try More Recipes:

• Low Histamine Chicken Pasta
• Low Histamine Basil Pasta
• Low Histamine Spaghetti Bolognese