Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that’s surprisingly simple to make. Here’s a recipe to help you create this classic Italian meal:
Ingredients:
- For the Ravioli (store-bought or homemade):
- 1 package of cheese or spinach ravioli (about 18-20 pieces)
- For the Brown Butter Sage Sauce:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 8-10 fresh sage leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of nutmeg
Instructions:
- Cook the Ravioli:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook according to the package instructions until they float to the top and are tender (usually about 2-4 minutes for fresh ravioli). Be careful not to overcook them.
- Drain the ravioli and set aside.
- Make the Brown Butter Sage Sauce:
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Once the butter has melted, add the sage leaves. Continue to cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and develops a nutty aroma. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Be careful not to burn the butter.
- If desired, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked ravioli to the skillet with the brown butter sage sauce. Gently toss to coat the ravioli evenly with the sauce.
- Transfer the ravioli to serving plates and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips:
- For a variation, you can add toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts to the sauce for a bit of crunch.
- If using homemade ravioli, you can experiment with different fillings such as butternut squash, mushroom, or meat.
- Fresh sage works best for this recipe, but if you only have dried sage, use about 1 teaspoon and add it to the butter earlier in the cooking process.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce!
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