Description
Indulge in the delightful Exquisite Caramelle with Sweet Potato Filling, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. This dish features tender pasta enveloping a creamy sweet potato filling, all brought together with a rich garlic butter sauce. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, each bite transports you to cherished moments while offering a comforting culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (250g)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (60g)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth (240ml)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Clean and pierce sweet potatoes; roast for 45 minutes until tender. Once cool, scoop out flesh.
- In a bowl, combine sweet potato flesh, ricotta, Parmesan, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper; mash until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, eggs, and olive oil; knead until smooth. Wrap the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into thin sheets and cut squares about 3 inches wide. Place a spoonful of filling in each square, fold diagonally to seal.
- Boil salted water; cook caramelle for 3-4 minutes until they float. Drain carefully.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Add broth and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss cooked caramelle in the sauce to coat evenly before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg