Name: Sage Butter Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 160 grams Penne Pasta; 1/4 cup Heavy Cream; 4 tbsp butter; Several leaves of Sage; 1 tbsp Cajun spices

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Today, we are making sage butter pasta, which could be one of the easiest and most delicious pasta recipes of all time. The flavors of aromatic sage, heavy cream, and spices create a comforting meal.

Once you try this pasta, you won’t be able to stop praising it. It is one of the tastiest pastas I’ve ever had the pleasure of making and enjoying. With its bold rich sauce, and crispy sage garnish, it’s a dish that delivers in flavour.

This Sage butter recipe is different from others; we chose to use Cajun seasoning, which is a unique blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, black pepper, and oregano. This combination elevates the recipe. Additionally, this dish exudes luxury and elegance, making it one your family will want to enjoy time and time again. It’s also easy to prepare at home and takes only a short time.

Ingredients

Heavy Cream, Butter, Cajun spice, Sage Leaves and Pasta Water.

The Cajun spice adds a smoky, spicy flavor to the Sage butter pasta dish. Fresh Sage leaves are lightly sautéed with butter. This process releases the aroma and nuttiness of the sage.

In my opinion, Penne complements the sage butter sauce perfectly. It is perfect for the creamy sauce and spices. Other options for pasta include Fusilli and tagliatelle.

Instructions

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a small pinch of salt. Once it is boiling, add the Penne. Cook for 8 to 9 minutes. Once the pasta is al dente, remove a few scoops of water from the pot and set aside. The pasta water will serve as the base for the pasta sauce. Add a dollop of butter to the pan. Butter, along with the fresh sage leaves, will add a nutty note to the pasta sauce. Once the butter has darkened in color and the sage leaves are crispy. Scoop out a few sage leaves for garnish and leave a few in the pan for additional flavor. Add Cajun spice, and let the flavors seep into the butter, infusing it. Add the pasta water into the pan and mix with the spices.

After the bubbles have formed, it’s time to add the cream. The base of the sauce will start to bubble and thicken slightly, due to the starch in the pasta water. Add the heavy cream.

As the pasta water mixes with the spices & heavy cream, it will form a creamy basis. Stir frequently so that it emulsifies. Add your pasta and mix with the Sage Butter Creamy Sauce. The sauce takes a few minutes to reach the consistency shown in the picture. Make sure to stir accordingly.

Sage leaves add a fragrant flavor to this dish and can be used as a garnish on top as well as to enhance the overall taste. Add your favorite cheese.

This is one of the easiest meals, and it can be whipped up in no time. Many of your guests will be seriously surprised by the level of flavor achieved with four simple ingredients.

What to Serve with Sage Butter Pasta?

This Sage Butter Pasta recipe is incredibly easy to make at home. You want to choose a quick and easy side dish to accompany it. Consider serving Garlic bread as a side dish. Citrus-Pomegranate Salad will balance the creaminess of this pasta and add a burst of flavor. Other salads include Kale Salad and Greek Salad.

Expert tips

If you’re short on time, you can prepare this dish in advance and refrigerate it. You might want to add ingredients like chicken or shrimp for extra protein, as well as fresh herbs such as basil or parsley for garnish. Grated Parmesan cheese can also enhance the flavor. For the pasta, consider using Spaghetti, Fettuccine, or Farfalle. This recipe works well with dried pasta like Farfalle and Orecchiette. However, you can also opt for fresh pasta varieties like Fettuccine or Pappardelle.

Butter is a key component of this dish, so choose a high-quality unsalted butter. Fresh sage leaves greatly enhance the flavor when cooked in butter; avoid using them raw, as they can have a strange, soapy taste. Cook the sage leaves until they become crispy and turn a light golden hue. Using pasta water is essential for achieving a silky sauce. For added texture, you can toss in some walnuts or pine nuts for a nice crunch. Be sure to garnish generously with Parmesan cheese.

How to Store Sage Butter Pasta?

Store in an airtight Tupperware container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. This recipe can be frozen, although the quality won’t be the same unless you use a different type of pasta, such as Penne or Fusilli. It is best to make this recipe fresh. It’s so easy to make and takes about 10 minutes.

Sage Butter Pasta

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Course: Main

Cuisine: Fusion, Italian

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 507kcal

Author: thetastejournal.com

Ingredients

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water. Cook Penne until al dente. This step takes 8 to 9 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water before draining.
Make the base of the sauce: In a skillet, melt butter on medium heat. Add the sage leaves and brown until crispy. Add Cajun spice to melted butter and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Stirring until fragrant. Add the heavy cream. Pour the pasta water into the skillet alongside the butter and spices. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle bubble. Stirring occasionally.
Add the Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to a skillet with creamy sauce. Toss the pasta into the sauce and mix until coated. Allow the pasta to simmer in the sauce for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir for it to soak up the flavours. Garnish with a few sage leaves. Add a sprinkle of your favourite cheese.