This Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce is made with unsalted butter, fresh sage leaves(you can use dried sage too), chopped garlic, ground black pepper, and kosher salt. It’s a quick sauce that pairs well with pasta like ravioli or gnocchi, as well as baked cod.
This quick sauce will take only a few minutes to prepare. You can make it in advance and store it in a glass jar for up to 10 days.
Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce Ingredients
- 4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic, crushed and chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, coarsely chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Kosher salt, to taste
How To Make Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce
- tart Melting Butter: In a medium saucepan over low-medium heat, start melting the butter.
- Add Garlic: Once the butter gets slightly bubbly, toss in the chopped garlic and stir.
- Introduce Sage: After stirring the garlic for about a minute, add the chopped sage leaves to the mix.
- Watch the Color: Keep stirring and cooking for 2 to 4 more minutes. You’re looking for the butter to turn a light brown color and give off a nutty aroma.
- Season and Serve: Finally, season your sauce with ground black pepper and salt. Your Sage Brown Butter Sauce is ready to be enjoyed!
How To Make Brown Butter Sage Sauce Ahead
You can easily prepare Brown Butter Sage Sauce in advance. Follow the cooking instructions to make the sauce. Once it cools down, transfer it to a glass container like a Mason jar. Seal it tightly and store it in the fridge. It will keep well for 7 to 10 days.
What To Serve With Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Brown Butter Sage Sauce goes well with pasta dishes like ravioli, gnocchi, and tortellini. You can also drizzle it over baked white fish like cod or even a simple roast chicken for added flavor.
Can I Use Dried Sage In Brown Butter Sauce?
Yes, you can use dried sage if you don’t have fresh sage. Use 4 teaspoons of dried sage instead of 1/4 cup of fresh sage.
What Can I Use Instead Of Butter Sage Sauce?
If you’re looking for an alternative, you can consider sauces like Alfredo, Pesto, or a simple Garlic Butter Sauce.
Try More Ina Garten Recipes:
- Ina Garten Mango Salsa
- Ina Garten Basil Pesto Recipe
- Ina Garten Poached Salmon
- Ina Garten Beef Stroganoff
- Ina Garten Lemon Chicken Piccata
Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Description
This Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce is made with unsalted butter, fresh sage leaves(you can use dried sage too), chopped garlic, ground black pepper, and kosher salt. This Brown Butter Sage Sauce perfect For Ravioli or gnocchi, as well as baked fish like cod.
This quick sauce will take only a few minutes to prepare. You can make it in advance and store it in a glass jar for up to 10 days.
Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce Ingredients
How To Make Ina Garten Brown Butter Sage Sauce
- Start Melting Butter: In a medium saucepan over low-medium heat, start melting the butter.
- Add Garlic: Once the butter gets slightly bubbly, toss in the chopped garlic and stir.
- Introduce Sage: After stirring the garlic for about a minute, add the chopped sage leaves to the mix.
- Watch the Color: Keep stirring and cooking for 2 to 4 more minutes. You’re looking for the butter to turn a light brown color and give off a nutty aroma.
- Season and Serve: Finally, season your sauce with ground black pepper and salt. Your Sage Brown Butter Sauce is ready to be enjoyed!