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Ultra close-up macro of tender golden butternut squash ravioli glistening in bubbling brown butter sauce with crispy sage leaves and toasted pecans

Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Ravioli: 20-Min

Pillowy tender butternut squash ravioli tossed in a rich, nutty brown butter sauce with crispy blistered sage leaves, toasted pecans, and freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano. A 20-minute restaurant-quality fall comfort dinner!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Fresh Ravioli Base
  • 1 lb butternut squash ravioli
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
Brown Butter & Crispy Sage Sauce
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 18 leaves fresh sage leaves
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp flaky sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Finishing & Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon juice

Method
 

Cook the Ravioli
  1. Boil Water: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and season generously with 2 tablespoons of kosher salt.
  2. Cook Gently: Add the fresh butternut squash ravioli and cook for 3 to 4 minutes (or according to package instructions) until they float to the top and are tender. Reserve 1/2 cup of starchy pasta cooking water, then gently drain using a spider strainer.
Brown the Butter & Crisp the Sage
  1. Melt & Foam: While pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large wide skillet over medium heat. Swirl frequently as it begins to foam and crackle.
  2. Crisp Sage: Add the fresh sage leaves in a single layer. Fry for 1 to 2 minutes until dark green and crisp. Remove the crispy sage leaves with tongs and set aside on a plate.
  3. Toast Pecans & Brown Milk Solids: Add the chopped pecans and sliced garlic to the foaming butter. Continue swirling for 2 to 3 minutes until the milk solids turn a rich amber-brown with an intoxicating nutty aroma. Remove from heat immediately to prevent scorching.
Emulsify Sauce & Toss
  1. Season & Emulsify: Stir the nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice into the browned butter. Pour in 2 to 3 tablespoons of reserved starchy pasta water, swirling vigorously to create a silky, emulsified pan glaze.
  2. Toss Gently: Transfer the drained ravioli into the warm skillet. Gently spoon the golden brown butter and toasted pecans over each pasta pocket until thoroughly coated.
Plate & Garnish
  1. Serve Immediately: Spoon the glossy ravioli into shallow pasta bowls. Top with the reserved crispy sage leaves, a generous snowfall of freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 10gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 310mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1850IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 145mgIron: 2.1mg

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