Description
Caramelle with Sweet Potato Filling is a sumptuous Italian dish that beautifully marries tender pasta with a creamy, sweet potato filling. Each bite delivers a warm, comforting flavor reminiscent of autumn, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With its golden hue and rich taste, Caramelle can be served as an elegant appetizer or a satisfying main course sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pasta sheets
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap sweet potatoes in foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender. Allow to cool before peeling.
- In a bowl, mash the roasted sweet potatoes until smooth. Mix in ricotta, Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Roll out pasta sheets thinly and cut them into 3-inch squares.
- Place about one tablespoon of filling in the center of each square. Moisten edges with water, fold into triangles, and seal tightly.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook caramelle for 3-4 minutes until they float.
- Serve warm drizzled with olive oil or brown butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 caramelle (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg