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Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage

Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Creamy Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta blends comfort and sophistication, offering a delightful meal in under 30 minutes. Perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Peeled and diced
  • 8 oz Short Pasta (e.g., rigatoni, penne, fusilli) Gluten-free if needed
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Sauce
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese Or plant-based cheese for vegan
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut or almond milk cream for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Or olive oil for dairy-free
For Flavor
  • 6 leaves Sage Leaves Fresh, or substitute with thyme
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For roasting and frying
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional, omit for vegan

Equipment

  • oven
  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C). Peel and dice sweet potatoes. Toss with garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 2/3 cup pasta water, then drain.
  3. Heat olive oil and unsalted butter in a skillet. Fry sage leaves for 1-2 minutes until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Mash half of the roasted sweet potatoes in the skillet. Stir over low heat for a minute.
  5. Add cooked pasta to sweet potatoes. Stir in heavy cream and goat cheese, adding reserved pasta water for creaminess.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with crispy sage, grated parmesan, and olive oil drizzle.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water.

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