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Savory Brown Butter Mushroom Pasta Recipe with Crispy Sage

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A quick and easy savory pasta dish featuring brown butter, earthy mushrooms, and crispy fresh sage leaves for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) pasta (fettuccine or tagliatelle recommended)
  • 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter
  • 12 ounces (340 grams) cremini or baby bella mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
  • About 20 fresh sage leaves, rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup (50 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice or red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until just al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup (240 ml) pasta water, then drain pasta and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt 2 tablespoons (28 grams) of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sage leaves in a single layer and fry 1-2 minutes per side until crisp and fragrant. Use a slotted spoon to transfer sage to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Leave butter in pan.
  3. Continue cooking butter in skillet over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat once browned.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms to the brown butter and return skillet to medium heat. Cook 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and moisture evaporates. Add minced garlic during the last minute and cook until fragrant.
  5. Add drained pasta to skillet with mushrooms and brown butter. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time to loosen sauce. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Plate pasta and garnish with crispy sage leaves.

Notes

Ensure sage leaves are very dry before frying to prevent splattering. Brown butter carefully over medium heat, swirling pan to avoid burning. Add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve perfect sauce consistency. If brown butter hardens, gently warm pan before adding mushrooms.

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Keywords: brown butter, mushroom pasta, crispy sage, easy pasta recipe, savory pasta, quick dinner, vegetarian pasta

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