Description
Sweet Potato Pasta is a comforting dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes, savory garlic, and delectable spices for a quick and flavorful meal. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium-sized onion, diced
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- ½ lb good-quality pasta (like rigatoni, penne, or fusilli)
- Approx. 3-4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft.
- Add garlic and smoked paprika, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in sweet potatoes and pasta, then add enough water to cover.
- Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until creamy; adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, add a splash of water to refresh the creaminess.
Experiment with different pasta shapes for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg