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Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Gordon Ramsay’s Brown Butter Sage Sauce is the crowning touch on butternut squash ravioli or gnocchi. A dash of extravagance, garnished with toasted breadcrumbs or nuts, may turn a basic dish into a gourmet treat in about 5 minutes.

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💗 Why You’ll Love This Brown Butter Sage Sauce Recipe:

  • Rich Flavor: The browned butter creates a nutty and rich taste, complemented by the aromatic sage leaves.
  • Quick and Easy: With minimal ingredients and simple steps, this recipe is a breeze to whip up in no time.
  • Balanced Citrus Note: The optional lemon juice provides a refreshing and balanced citrus note, enhancing the overall flavor profile.

❓ What Is Gordon Ramsay’s Brown Butter Sage Sauce Recipe?

Gordon Ramsay’s Brown Butter Sage Sauce consists only of browned butter, crispy sage leaves, and a squeeze of lemon juice, but it packs a ton of flavor. This sauce is wonderful for drenching butternut squash ravioli or potato gnocchi.

Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce

📜 Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 stick organic salted butter (you can use cultured vegan butter instead)
  • 14 leaves fresh sage or to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 lemon optional
  • 3/4 lb butternut squash ravioli or potato gnocchi

👩‍🍳How To Make Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce

  1. In a pan with a light hue and over a medium-low flame, cook the butter in chunks.
  2. Add the sage leaves (after making sure they are dry) to the foaming butter and simmer for about 3–5 minutes.
  3. Eventually, the butter will turn brown (noisette) and foam. Try not to touch it or mix it at all.
  4. As soon as the foam stops rising, get away from the heat. The sage has to be crispier now.
  5. Add some fresh lemon juice if you like, and spoon it over some cooked ravioli or gnocchi.
  6. Toss the ravioli in the butter sage sauce once they are done. Make careful to save a small amount of the pasta cooking water.
  7. Add some of the reserved pasta if the sauce seems too thick.
  8. Add freshly ground black pepper before serving.

💭Recipe Tips

  • Use high-quality butter for richness, and consider experimenting with cultured vegan butter for a plant-based twist.
  • Ensure the sage leaves are completely dry before adding them to the butter to avoid splattering.
  • Let the butter brown undisturbed for a nutty flavor, and remove from heat when the foam subsides for crispy sage.
  • Enhance the flavor with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, adding a zesty brightness to the sauce.
  • Reserve a bit of pasta cooking water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed, ensuring a silky and well-coated dish.
Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce

🍠 What Pairs Nicely With Brown Butter Sage Sauce?

Brown butter sage sauce is a perfect complement to the subtle sweetness of pumpkin agnolotti, sweet potato gnocchi, wild mushroom ravioli, or butternut squash ravioli.

🎚 How To Store Leftover Brown Butter Sage Sauce?

  • In The Fridge: Preserve leftover brown butter and sage sauce in the fridge for up to 5 days by placing it in a tightly sealed container.
  • In The Freezer: Leftover brown butter and sage sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months if kept properly in a freezer-safe container. Let it defrost in the fridge overnight.

🥵 How To Reheat Brown Butter Sage Sauce?

  • Stove: Pour brown butter and sage sauce into the pan and heat over low to medium heat for 3 minutes.
  • Microwave: Transfer brown butter sage sauce to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second increments.

FAQs

What kind of butter is best for brown butter sage sauce?

Choose high-quality salted butter for Brown Butter Sage Sauce its rich flavor enhances the sauce, contributing to the nutty and aromatic profile.

How do you thicken brown butter sage sauce?

To thicken the sauce, let it simmer longer to evaporate excess liquid, or add a small amount of reserved pasta cooking water until thicker.

How do I prevent burning brown butter sage sauce?

Keep the flame on medium-low and whisk infrequently to prevent brown butter sage sauce from scorching.

Why is my brown butter sage sauce so foamy?

Your brown butter sage sauce may appear foamy due to water evaporating from the butter. Allow it to simmer without stirring until the foam subsides.

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Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving:

  • Calories 85.7
  • Calories from Fat 86.4
  • Total Fat 9.6g
  • Saturated fat 6.1g
  • Trans fat 0.4g
  • Cholesterol 25.4mg
  • Sodium 6.7mg
  • Potassium 73.8mg
  • Carbohydrates 0g
  • Net carbs 0g
  • Sugar 0g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Protein 0.3g

Gordon Ramsay Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 5 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 10 minutesServings:8 servingsCalories:85.7 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

Gordon Ramsay’s Brown Butter Sage Sauce is the crowning touch on butternut squash ravioli or gnocchi. A dash of extravagance, garnished with toasted breadcrumbs or nuts, may turn a basic dish into a gourmet treat in about 5 minutes.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a pan with a light hue and over a medium-low flame, cook the butter in chunks.
  2. Add the sage leaves (after making sure they are dry) to the foaming butter and simmer for about 3–5 minutes.
  3. Eventually, the butter will turn brown (noisette) and foam. Try not to touch it or mix it at all.
  4. As soon as the foam stops rising, get away from the heat. The sage has to be crispier now.
  5. Add some fresh lemon juice if you like, and spoon it over some cooked ravioli or gnocchi.
  6. Toss the ravioli in the butter sage sauce once they are done. Make careful to save a small amount of the pasta cooking water.
  7. Add some of the reserved pasta if the sauce seems too thick.
  8. Add freshly ground black pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Use high-quality butter for richness, and consider experimenting with cultured vegan butter for a plant-based twist.
    Ensure the sage leaves are completely dry before adding them to the butter to avoid splattering.
    Let the butter brown undisturbed for a nutty flavor, and remove from heat when the foam subsides for crispy sage.
    Enhance the flavor with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, adding a zesty brightness to the sauce.
    Reserve a bit of pasta cooking water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed, ensuring a silky and well-coated dish
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