Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Ravioli
Updated Nov 02, 2025, Published on Oct 25, 2023
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Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Ravioli is the ultimate cozy fall dinner. Nutty brown butter, crispy bacon, and fried sage come together with cheesy butternut squash ravioli for a rich, comforting pasta that tastes restaurant-worthy but takes just 25 minutes to make. There aren't many flavors better than brown butter, in my opinion!
If you’re looking for more fall recipes, check out my Fall Harvest Bowl or Baked Boursin and Butternut Squash Pasta!
Watch how to make it here!
Why You'll Love This Ravioli Recipe
- Cozy fall flavors: Butternut squash, brown butter, and sage make the perfect seasonal trio.
- Quick and easy: Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep.
- Restaurant-quality: Crispy bacon and nutty brown butter elevate store-bought ravioli.
- Customizable: Works with any ravioli you prefer such as butternut squash, pumpkin, or cheese ravioli.
Recipe Ingredients
See the recipe card below for the complete list of ingredients with exact quantities.
- Bacon: I like to cook the bacon until it’s very crispy, then let it cool and chop it into small pieces for serving.
- Butter: Unsalted butter works best so you can control the salt level. If you only have salted butter, just reduce the added salt a bit.
- Fresh Sage: A key ingredient. Sage has a strong, earthy aroma that pairs perfectly with the nutty brown butter. Lightly frying it in the butter makes it crisp and flavorful.
- Butternut Squash Ravioli: I used the refrigerated ravioli from Costco. They come in a two-pack so you can double the recipe or freeze the extra for another night. Pumpkin or plain cheese ravioli also work great.
- Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan melts beautifully and adds the perfect finishing touch. I like using a Microplane grater for super fine shreds.
Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Ravioli (Step-by-Step Instructions)
See the recipe card below for the full list of instructions.
- Cook the bacon, flipping a few times throughout cooking. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate.
- Drain the bacon grease and add butter. Brown the butter, swirling often. Cook the sage leaves until crisp.
- Cook the ravioli according to package instructions. Transfer cooked ravioli directly to the brown butter and sage.
- Serve toped with crispy bacon pieces, parmesan cheese, and chives.
Ready to try it? Scroll to the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts and full instructions.
Butternut Squash Ravioli FAQ's
Yes! Really any variety will work here. Try pumpkin, spinach and cheese, or plain cheese ravioli.
Brown butter is ready when it turns golden and smells nutty and toasty. Watch closely near the end because it can go from browned to burned quickly.
Absolutely. The brown butter and crispy sage add plenty of flavor on their own. Skip the bacon for a vegetarian version.
A simple green salad or roasted vegetables make perfect sides. I love serving it with my Air Fryer Pistachio Honey Brussels Sprouts for a cozy fall meal.
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Brown Butter Sage Butternut Squash Ravioli
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 strips Bacon
- 5 tablespoons Butter
- 15 leaves Fresh Sage
- 16 ounces Butternut Squash Ravioli, I bought mine from the Costco refrigerated section. It's also sold at Trader Joe's
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated (for serving)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives, thinly sliced (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, cook the bacon in a single layer, flipping a few times, until crispy, 10–12 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate, drain the grease, and wipe the pan clean.
- Add the butter to the same pan and melt over medium heat. Swirl often until golden and nutty, about 5 minutes. Add the sage leaves and cook until crisp, about 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the ravioli in salted water according to package directions. Transfer directly to the brown butter using a slotted spoon. Season with salt and pepper and toss gently to coat.
- Chop the bacon, then top each serving of ravioli with bacon, Parmesan, and chives.
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Notes
- Ravioli options: Butternut squash, pumpkin, or plain cheese ravioli all work great for this recipe.
- Make it meatless: Skip the bacon for a vegetarian version; the brown butter and sage still add plenty of flavor.
- Serving idea: Pair with a simple green salad or Air Fryer Pistachio Honey Brussels Sprouts for a complete fall meal.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I loved this! It was so easy and fast to make and the flavors were out of this world