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Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage

Savory Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta for Cozy Nights

A delightful Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta that's perfect for cozy dinners, balancing sweetness and creaminess with tangy richness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Diced; can substitute with butternut squash
  • 12 ounces Short Pasta Rigatoni, Penne, or Fusilli; use gluten-free if needed
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Can substitute with creamy ricotta or feta
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Swap with plant-based cream for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Fried Sage
  • 10 leaves Sage Leaves Fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying and roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Optional for richness
To Taste
  • Salt To preference
  • Pepper To preference
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Add for spiciness if desired

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • large skillet
  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 430°F (220°C).
  2. Combine the diced sweet potatoes with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add short pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Reserve 2/3 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Heat remaining olive oil and butter in a skillet, fry sage leaves for about 1-2 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Add roasted sweet potatoes to the skillet with drained pasta. Mash half of the sweet potatoes, then add heavy cream and crumbled goat cheese, mix with reserved pasta water.
  6. Serve topped with crispy sage, additional olive oil, grated Parmesan, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are caramelized for the best flavor and keep crispy sage separate until serving.

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