Penne With Sweet Potato and Green Apple Saute

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch dice
• 1 large granny smith apple, cored and thinly sliced
• 14 cup chopped golden raisin
• salt
• fresh ground black pepper
• 1 lb penne
• 14 cup chopped pecans, toasted

1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a big skillet over moderate heat; add in the onion and sweet potato; cook, covered, until the potato softens, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Add in the apple, raisins, and salt/pepper to taste; cook 3-5 minutes or until the apple softens; keep warm over low heat.
3. Cook the penne in a large pot of salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
4. When the pasta is cooked, drain and place in a large serving bowl.
5. Add the sweet potato and apple mixture and the remaining olive oil; toss gently to combine.
6. Garnish with the pecans and serve immediately.

olive oil, yellow onion, sweet potato, granny smith apple, golden raisin, salt, fresh ground black pepper, penne, pecans

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/penne-with-sweet-potato-and-green-apple-saute-328464 (may not work)