Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Sage Sauce is a comforting and elegant dish that brings together roasted butternut squash, delicate pasta, and a nutty brown butter sauce infused with crispy sage. This delightful recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups roasted)
- 8 oz fresh pasta
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the butternut squash, remove seeds, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Allow the squash to cool, then scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Mash with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Roll out fresh pasta dough or use store-bought pasta sheets. Place small mounds of filling on one sheet, brush water around edges, cover with another sheet, and seal.
- Boil salted water in a pot; add ravioli and cook for 3-5 minutes until they float.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until golden brown, toss in sage leaves until crispy.
- Serve ravioli topped with brown butter sage sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Add spices like nutmeg or cinnamon to the filling for extra warmth.- Substitute brown butter sauce with creamy Alfredo for an indulgent twist.- Include sautéed mushrooms or spinach for added texture and flavor.