Description
This Sage Butter Sauce recipe is a simple yet flavorful sauce that pairs wonderfully with pasta, meats, and grilled dishes. Made by slowly browning butter and infusing it with fresh or dried sage, this sauce offers a rich, nutty aroma complemented by aromatic herbs. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes total, and adds an elegant touch to your meals.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 4 tbsp fresh sage leaves or 4 teaspoons dried sage
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Sage: Rinse the sage leaves under cold water. Remove the leaves from the stems and discard the stems. Chop the sage leaves into fine pieces using a sharp knife.
- Melt Butter: Cut the butter into slices to ensure even melting. Add the butter to a medium-sized frying pan over medium heat. Melt the butter slowly, cooking until it turns a light brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 3-5 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning; remove from heat once the desired color and aroma are achieved.
- Add Sage: Incorporate the chopped sage leaves into the melted butter. Continue stirring and cooking for an additional 2 to 4 minutes, ensuring the sage releases flavor into the butter. Keep stirring constantly to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Season and Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add minced garlic for extra flavor. Serve immediately over pasta, meat, grilled chicken, or fish, adjusting seasonings as needed.
Notes
- Use fresh sage leaves for the best flavor, but dried sage can be substituted when fresh is unavailable.
- Be careful not to burn the butter; remove the pan from heat as soon as the butter browns and releases a nutty aroma.
- The sauce is best served immediately to retain its delicate flavors and texture.
- Optional garlic can add a pungent kick; add it last to avoid overpowering the sage.
- This sauce pairs exceptionally well with pasta, roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, and fish dishes.
