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Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage

Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta for Cozy Comfort

A comforting blend of sweet roasted potatoes and tangy goat cheese creates a creamy sauce in this Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Diced
  • 12 ounces Short Pasta (Rigatoni, Penne, Fusilli) or gluten-free pasta
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or plant-based cream for a vegan version
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese or creamy ricotta/feta as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Omit for vegan version
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for serving
For the Topping
  • 10 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves Fried until crispy

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • large pot
  • skillet
  • colander
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 430°F (220°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes and minced garlic with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
Cooking Pasta
  1. While the potatoes roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the chosen short pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Reserve 2/3 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Frying Sage
  1. In a skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Fry the sage leaves for 1-2 minutes until crispy but not burnt.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add half of the roasted sweet potatoes into the skillet, mashing them into a rough paste.
  2. Mix in the remaining sweet potatoes and then add the drained pasta, heavy cream, and crumbled goat cheese. Stir until creamy.
Serving
  1. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve hot, garnished with crispy sage leaves, Parmesan, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Pasta can be made vegan with simple substitutions.

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