Brown Butter Sage Pasta with Texas Pecans

Serves 2 | Ready in 20 minutes

Nutty, fragrant, and rich with golden crisped sage—this simple pasta feels luxurious with minimal effort. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or elegant side.

Ingredients:
6 oz Della Casa Fresh Pasta (try fettuccine or rigatoni)

3 tbsp unsalted butter or Olive Oil

8–10 fresh Texas-grown sage leaves

¼ cup chopped Texas pecans, toasted

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional: grated cheese, lemon zest, or a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

Make the Sage Brown Butter:
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sage leaves and cook until butter is golden and fragrant and sage is crisp—about 3–4 minutes. Add pecans and toast for 1 minute more.

Toss & Serve:
Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss with the brown butter. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen. Season with salt and pepper. Finish with cheese or lemon if desired.

Pairing Ideas:
Serve with a side of roasted carrots or broccolini

Top with a fried egg for extra richness

Add sliced Texas-grown mushrooms for a heartier meal