Description
Handmade sweet potato caramelle filled with creamy sweet potato, ricotta, and parmesan, gently tossed in fragrant sage butter. Tender pasta with a delicate sweet and savory balance, perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (250 grams) all purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 medium (500 grams total) sweet potatoes, roasted and mashed
- 1 cup (240 grams) ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated parmesan cheese
- 6 to 8 fresh sage leaves
- 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Roast the sweet potatoes until tender, about 35 to 45 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, ricotta cheese, grated parmesan, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside to cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, combine the all purpose flour and eggs. Mix and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until a smooth and elastic dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough thin using a rolling pin or pasta machine. Cut into rectangles approximately 3 by 2 inches.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each rectangle. Fold the dough lengthwise over the filling, press to seal, and gently twist both ends to form a candy shape.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Cook the caramelle for 3 to 4 minutes until they float and are tender.
- In a skillet, melt the unsalted butter and add the fresh sage leaves. Cook gently until fragrant. Toss the cooked pasta carefully in the sage butter and serve immediately.
Notes
- Let the filling cool before assembling to prevent the pasta from softening.
- Seal the edges firmly to avoid leaking during boiling.
- Do not overcrowd the pot when cooking.
- Freeze shaped caramelle before cooking for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 7 grams
- Sodium: 420 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 60 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 17 grams
- Cholesterol: 140 milligrams