Description
Caramelle with Sweet Potato Filling is a comforting dish that captures the essence of autumn. Delicately crafted pasta envelopes a creamy filling made from roasted sweet potatoes and ricotta, with hints of nutmeg and parmesan. Each bite is a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it the perfect centerpiece for cozy dinners or special occasions. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish will leave your family and friends asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pasta sheets
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and diced
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast sweet potatoes on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until fork-tender.
- Mash the roasted sweet potatoes in a bowl, then combine with ricotta, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Roll out fresh pasta sheets to about 1/16 inch thick. Cut into squares or rectangles.
- Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each piece, fold diagonally to form triangles, sealing edges tightly.
- Boil salted water; cook caramelle until they float (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a pan, heat olive oil; add parmesan and a splash of cooking water to create a sauce that coats the caramelle.
- Serve immediately with additional parmesan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 caramelle (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices like cinnamon for added warmth. For variety, try different fillings such as spinach or mushrooms.