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Sage Butter Ravioli

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This dish is a quick win! The butter turns golden and nutty, while sage crisps up delightfully. Perfect store ravioli works wonders – trust me, it’s worth it. That crunch from the pecans and a sprinkle of Parmesan finish it off beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes.
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Updated on Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:53:02 GMT
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This sage butter sauce ravioli turns basic components into something extraordinary. The butter becomes golden and toasty while sage leaves turn into crispy little flavor bombs. What I adore is how fast it all comes together - exactly what you want when you're craving something that seems fancy but won't keep you cooking forever.

What Makes This So Good

You'll get food on your plate in under half an hour but it'll taste like you grabbed takeout from a fancy Italian spot. When brown butter, sage and crunchy pecans come together, they create such comforting, warm flavors. Feel free to swap your ravioli filling or throw in some oven-roasted veggies to customize it.

Ingredients You'll Want

Get yourself some nice fresh ravioli - either cheese or butternut squash versions work great. You'll need quality unsalted butter, some fresh sage and garlic cloves. Grab a lemon for both its zest and juice, plus fresh thyme sprigs. Pecans give you that wonderful crunch element, and don't leave the store without Parmesan for finishing touches.

Cooking Steps

Get your pot of water heating for the pasta first. While that's warming up, melt your butter in a pan and cook those sage leaves until they're crisp - set them aside for later. Throw garlic, zest from your lemon, thyme and pecans into the melting butter, letting everything turn nice and golden. Mix your cooked ravioli into this delicious sauce, squeeze in some fresh lemon juice, and adjust salt and pepper. Finish it all with your saved crispy sage and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan.

Pro Suggestions

Don't use salted butter or you can't manage how salty your dish gets. Watch your heat when browning butter - aim for golden amber, not dark chocolate color. Don't substitute dried herbs here - fresh ones really make this dish shine. Walnuts can take the place of pecans if that's more your style.

Complete Your Dinner

Put this alongside some oven-roasted butternut squash chunks or a simple green salad. It goes down beautifully with a glass of Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio. Got some left? Just warm it up gently in a pan with a tiny bit of water to bring your sauce back together.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ How can I tell if the butter is browned?

Look for a toasty golden color and a nutty aroma. It takes around 2–3 minutes from when it starts bubbling.

→ Why place sage on paper towels?

This soaks up extra butter and keeps the sage crispy. The crunch adds texture and stronger flavor.

→ Can I swap fresh herbs for dried ones?

Fresh herbs give the best taste. If using dried instead, cut the amount to about one-third since they're stronger.

→ What kind of ravioli works here?

Pick a refrigerated variety you love – cheese, meat, or veggie. Any of them will pair well!

→ Why add lemon right at the end?

Lemon juice lifts and balances the buttery sauce with a fresh, tangy finish.

Conclusion

A 25-minute meal using store-bought ravioli with golden butter, crispy sage, fresh lemon juice, herbs, and pecans toasted to perfection.

Sage Butter Ravioli

Fast and flavorful ravioli with sage-brown butter, garlic, fresh herbs, and crunchy toasted pecans.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
10 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes
By: Ashley

Category: Family Dinners

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 4 Servings (4 servings)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 Two 9-ounce packs of chilled ravioli.
02 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, cut into pieces.
03 Roughly a third cup of fresh sage leaves.
04 Three garlic cloves, finely chopped.
05 Zest from one lemon, about a tablespoon.
06 2 teaspoons of freshly chopped thyme.
07 About a 1/3 cup of finely chopped pecans.
08 A tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
09 Add a pinch of both kosher salt and black pepper.
10 Half a cup of shaved Parmesan cheese.

Instructions

Step 01

Boil some water, then season it with salt. Toss in the ravioli and let it cook as directed on the package. Strain when finished.

Step 02

Melt the butter in a big pan over medium heat. Toss in the sage leaves and let them sizzle until crispy and the butter gets frothy, about 2-3 minutes. Take the sage out and set it on a paper towel.

Step 03

Add the garlic, zest, thyme, and pecans to the browned butter. Let it cook until it smells amazing and looks like deep golden butter, roughly 2 minutes.

Step 04

Put the ravioli into your sauce and warm it for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, and sprinkle some salt and pepper over it.

Step 05

Scatter Parmesan cheese and the crispy sage you set aside on top before serving.

Notes

  1. Refrigerated ravioli of any variety works great for this.
  2. Stick to fresh herbs for the best flavor.

Tools You'll Need

  • Big pot for boiling.
  • Wide skillet for sauce-making.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Milk products.
  • Nuts (pecans).
  • Wheat-based products.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 520
  • Total Fat: 32 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
  • Protein: 15 g