Whole Wheat Pasta With Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Name: Whole Wheat Pasta With Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 -5 medium sized sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed); ground salt and pepper, to taste; extra virgin olive oil; 8 ounces whole wheat pasta (spaghetti, farfalle, penne, whatever you like); 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 teaspoon herbs, d'provence; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 minced garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese; 1 -2 teaspoon fresh sage (optional) or 1 -2 teaspoon thyme (optional)

Servings: persons

4 -5 medium sized sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
ground salt and pepper, to taste
extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces whole wheat pasta (spaghetti, farfalle, penne, whatever you like)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon herbs, d'provence
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese
1 -2 teaspoon fresh sage (optional) or 1 -2 teaspoon thyme (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Grease the pan with about a tablespoon of olive oil.
3
Place the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet; drizzle some more olive oil on top, and season with salt and pepper; toss.
4
Bake for 30 minutes, or until tender.
5
Meanwhile, boil pasta according to package instructions.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, herbs d' provence, and salt and pepper until emulsified.
7
In a large bowl, combine the pasta with the sweet potatoes; add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and emulsion; stir well.
8
Top with parmesan and herbs.
9
Serve warm.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 -5 medium sized sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed), ground salt and pepper, to taste, extra virgin olive oil, 8 ounces whole wheat pasta (spaghetti, farfalle, penne, whatever you like), and more.

Yes, Whole Wheat Pasta With Roasted Sweet Potatoes falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!