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Brown Butter Alfredo
Instructions
1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain.
2
In a pan over medium heat, melt butter and continue cooking, stirring often, until it turns golden brown and fragrant.
3
Add minced garlic and chopped sage. Cook for 1–2 minutes until aromatic.
4
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5
Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
6
Add cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and a splash of pasta water. Stir to coat and melt the cheese.
7
Let cook for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and coats the pasta evenly.
8
Serve hot, topped with extra Parmesan.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Master the Brown Butter Stage 🧈Watch for the milk solids to turn golden amber (not black) and smell nutty—this takes 5-7 minutes on medium heat. Immediately remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding cream to prevent the sauce from breaking.
- Reserve Pasta Water Before Draining 💧Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining—this is crucial for adjusting sauce consistency and helping it cling to the fusilli lunghi for a silky, cohesive dish.
- Bloom Your Garlic in Butter 🧄Toast minced fresh garlic in the brown butter for 30-45 seconds before adding cream to deepen its flavor and prevent harsh, raw garlic notes that can overpower the delicate sage.
- Crisp Your Sage Leaves Separately 🍃Reserve a few sage leaves to crisp in a separate pan with a touch of butter, then crumble over the finished dish for textural contrast and concentrated herbaceous flavor that won't get lost in the cream.
- Finish with Cold Butter for Silkiness ✨Whisk a small piece of cold unsalted butter into the sauce off-heat just before serving to create an ultra-luxurious, glossy emulsion that enhances mouthfeel and Parmesan distribution.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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