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Flavorful Brown Butter Sage Mushroom Pasta

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A cozy and simple pasta dish featuring nutty brown butter, crispy sage leaves, and caramelized mushrooms, perfect for a quick and satisfying homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 10 fresh sage leaves
  • 12 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine or pappardelle recommended)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: a squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and begins to turn golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 3-4 minutes). Watch closely to avoid burning.
  3. Add 10 fresh sage leaves to the browned butter. Fry until crisp (1-2 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to remove and set aside on paper towels to drain excess butter.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms to the same pan with browned butter and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and caramelized. Add minced garlic in the last minute and cook until fragrant.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with mushrooms and browned butter. Toss to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if the pasta seems dry to reach desired consistency.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
  7. Plate the pasta and garnish with the crispy sage leaves on top before serving.

Notes

Brown the butter slowly over medium heat to avoid burning. Use fresh sage leaves for best flavor and texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid overcrowding mushrooms to ensure proper caramelization. For vegan or gluten-free versions, substitute butter and cheese accordingly and use gluten-free pasta.

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Keywords: brown butter, sage, mushroom pasta, easy dinner, comfort food, quick pasta recipe, cremini mushrooms, fettuccine, pappardelle

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