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Sage Butter Sauce Recipe

Sage Butter Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Stovetop

Description

A quick and flavorful sage butter sauce that complements a variety of dishes, from pasta to grilled chicken. This easy recipe combines the richness of butter with the earthy freshness of sage, creating a versatile sauce that can elevate any meal.


Ingredients

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6 tbsp Butter, unsalted, cut into pieces

  • 4 tbsp Sage, fresh or 4 tsp dried sage
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Clean and chop the sage leaves – Rinse the sage leaves under cold water, remove from stems, and finely chop.
  2. Melt the butter in a pan – Cut butter into slices, melt in a frying pan over medium heat until light brown.
  3. Add the sage to the pan – Stir in chopped sage, cook for additional minutes, season with salt, pepper, and garlic if using.
  4. Serve it immediately – Adjust seasonings as desired and serve over pasta, meat, or grilled dishes.

Notes

  • To use dried herbs, substitute 1 tsp dried sage for every tbsp of fresh sage. Add dried sage with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1g
  • Calories: 158 kcal
  • Sodium: 148 mg
  • Fat: 17 g
  • Saturated Fat: 11 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Cholesterol: 46 mg