Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Viral Sweet Potato Goat Cheese Sage, a creamy pasta dish that beautifully marries the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with tangy goat cheese and fragrant sage. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. With its rich textures and vibrant ingredients, it’s a comforting meal that satisfies both your taste buds and nutritional needs. Enjoy it as a main course or alongside grilled chicken or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 12 ounces short pasta (rigatoni, penne, or fusilli)
- 4.2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 20 fresh sage leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 430°F. Toss sweet potatoes and minced garlic with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve some pasta cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil and butter over medium heat. Fry sage leaves until crispy; remove and drain on paper towels.
- Add roasted sweet potatoes to skillet; mash half while leaving some chunks intact.
- Stir in cooked pasta, heavy cream, goat cheese, and reserved pasta water until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve topped with crispy sage leaves and grated parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Frying
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added protein, serve with grilled chicken or crispy roasted chickpeas. Drizzle balsamic reduction for an extra flavor boost.