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Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage

Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta for Cozy Evenings

This Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage Pasta is a comforting and creamy vegetarian dish perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Provides natural sweetness and creaminess
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for best results
  • 12 ounces Short Pasta (Rigatoni, Penne, Fusilli) Gluten-free pasta works well too
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For vegan version, choose plant-based cream
For the Flavor
  • 4 ounces Goat Cheese Can substitute with vegan cheese, ricotta, or feta
  • 10 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves Frying them creates a crunchy topping
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be omitted for vegan option
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavoring
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavoring
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional topping
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice tolerance

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Pot
  • skillet
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 430°F (220°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes and minced garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook short pasta until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 2/3 cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, combine olive oil and unsalted butter. Add fresh sage leaves and fry for 1-2 minutes until crispy. Drain on a paper towel.
  4. Add roasted sweet potatoes and garlic to the skillet. Mash half of the sweet potatoes to create a creamy mixture. Stir to blend and heat through for about 2 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked pasta, heavy cream, and crumbled goat cheese to the skillet. Stir to combine and add reserved pasta water to reach desired creaminess.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with crispy sage leaves, Parmesan if desired, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, roast sweet potatoes and garlic ahead of time. Store fried sage separately until serving to keep them crispy. When reheating, add pasta water to maintain creaminess.

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