"These dumplings have a light texture, thanks to the addition of fresh ricotta cheese. Drain the ricotta in a sieve for two hours before starting the recipe...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 1-pound red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams), rinsed, patted dry, pierced all over with fork
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1 12-ounce container fresh ricotta cheese, drained in sieve 2 hours 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
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2 tablespoons (packed) golden brown sugar
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2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
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2 3/4 cups (about) all purpose flour
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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6 tablespoons chopped fresh sage plus whole leaves for garnish