Burnt Sage Butter Sauce for Gnocchi
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistibly rich and aromatic Burnt Sage Butter Sauce for Gnocchi. In just 15 minutes, you’ll transform simple ingredients like golden toasted butter, fragrant fresh sage, and a touch of zesty lemon into a sauce that cloaks each pillowy piece of gnocchi in nutty, herbaceous perfection. The crispy sage leaves add a delightful crunch, while a dash of garlic, salt, and black pepper enhances the depth of flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan for optional indulgence, this quick and elegant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Discover the magic of homemade burnt sage butter—it’s an effortless way to elevate your favorite gnocchi to gourmet status.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 12 whole Fresh sage leaves
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 500 grams Cooked gnocchi
- 30 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large skillet or saucepan, add the butter and melt it over medium heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the sage leaves and garlic cloves. Allow the butter to foam and sizzle as it begins to brown, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
After about 3–4 minutes, you will notice the sage leaves turning crispy and the butter taking on a golden brown color with a nutty aroma. Remove and discard the garlic cloves at this stage.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to balance the flavors. Be cautious as the lemon juice may cause the butter to bubble up briefly.
Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss gently to coat each piece in the burnt sage butter sauce.
Serve immediately on plates or in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.3 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.2 g | 311% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 274 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 3044 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 159.8 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 965 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
