Sage Brown Butter Sauce Butternut Squash Ravioli
Ingredients
- 16 ounces butternut squash ravioli
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 stick
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage
minced
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan
- coarse salt
- fresh ground black pepper
- 3-4 extra fresh sage leaves for garnish if desired
Directions
- 1
Cook butternut squash ravioli according to box instructions. Drain.
- 2
Make the sauce: While cooking ravioli, melt butter in a large, preferably light colored, skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently and swirling the pot to ensure even cooking.* After about 5 minutes, the butter will start to foam up. Add the minced sage and continuing stirring and swirling the pot. Golden brown flecks, milk solids, should start to form on the bottom of the pan. Continue stirring to make sure these don't stick and burn. When the butter is nutty in aroma and golden brown in color with plenty of flecks, about 2 more minutes, remove from heat and cool for 2 minutes.
- 3
Slowly pour the broth and whisk frequently, as the butter will foam up, until completely incorporated. Repeat this process with the cream. Be careful of splatter!
- 4
Add the lemon juice and parmesan cheese, whisking until completely combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Stir in the cooked ravioli. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and fried sage if desired*.
Sage Brown Butter Sauce Butternut Squash Ravioli
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About this Recipe
Craving a truly cozy and comforting meal that tastes like the essence of autumn? This Sage Brown Butter Sauce Butternut Squash Ravioli recipe delivers rich, savory flavors, making it the perfect choice for a satisfying dinner. It’s an approachable way to bring gourmet pasta to your table.
What makes this dish truly special is the harmonious blend of sweet, earthy butternut squash ravioli with a creamy, aromatic sage and brown butter sauce. The sauce isn't just butter; it's a carefully balanced creation where unsalted butter is gently browned, infusing it with a deep, nutty complexity. This rich base is then brightened by fresh minced sage, softened with heavy cream, and thinned with chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring every piece of pasta is beautifully coated.
Prepare for a symphony of textures and tastes. You'll savor tender butternut squash ravioli, enveloped in a silky, rich sauce that boasts delicate notes of nutty browned butter and the warm, fragrant aroma of fresh sage. A hint of lemon juice brightens the overall profile, preventing the dish from being too heavy, while a generous amount of freshly grated Parmesan adds a salty, umami finish. This indulgent yet comforting pasta dish is incredibly satisfying, offering a sophisticated flavor profile in every bite.
For customization, while butternut squash ravioli is the star, you could use a different filled pasta like pumpkin ravioli or even cheese tortellini for a similar cozy feel. If you don't have chicken broth on hand, vegetable broth works perfectly. Don't have fresh sage? A smaller quantity of dried sage can be a substitute, but the fresh herb truly elevates the dish.
This elegant yet approachable pasta is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner, a festive holiday gathering, or a special date night. Garnish with 3-4 extra fresh sage leaves and a generous dusting of fresh ground black pepper to truly enhance the presentation and flavor.