Sweet Potato Ravioli Filling

Instructions

1. 1

   **Roast the Sweet Potato**:

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   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

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   Poke holes in the sweet potato with a fork and place it on a baking sheet. Roast for about 45-60 minutes or until the sweet potato is tender and fully cooked.

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   Once done, let it cool slightly before peeling and mashing the flesh in a bowl.

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   **Mix the Filling**:

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   In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), chopped sage, ground cinnamon, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).

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   Mix well until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.

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   **Fill the Ravioli**:

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   Use the sweet potato filling to stuff your prepared ravioli dough, ensuring that you seal the edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.

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    **Cook the Ravioli**:

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    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Gently add the ravioli and cook for about 3-5 minutes or until they float and are tender.

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    **Serve**:

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    Drain the ravioli and serve with a sage brown butter sauce, a light cream sauce, or a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of toasted nuts.