In this Brown Butter Pasta, rich brown butter gets tossed in fettuccine with fresh summer corn, tomatoes, bacon, and additional flavors for a simple yet irresistible dish.
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The Heart and Soul of this Brown Butter Pasta Recipe
Cuisine Inspiration: Italian with a twist of American summer vibes
Primary Cooking Method: Sautéing and boiling
Dietary Info: Contains dairy, gluten, and meat (but feel free to modify!)
Key Flavor: Nutty, rich brown butter paired with fresh summer corn and basil
Skill Level: Easy, perfect for a quick yet impressive dinner
Sweet Highlights:
- Golden Brown Butter Goodness: Transforming regular butter into a nutty, aromatic dream, brown butter is the secret weapon that elevates this dish from simple to simply divine.
- Summer in a Bowl: With roasted sweet corn and fresh basil, this pasta is like a sunny day on a plate, bright, fresh, and utterly irresistible.
- Just for Two: Whether it’s a date night, a catch-up with a friend, or simply because you deserve it, this recipe is portioned perfectly for two, ensuring a cozy and delicious dining experience.
Key Ingredients
- Butter: This is the queen of creaminess ensuring our pasta is dressed in golden, nutty perfection.
- Fine Diced Shallot: These are like onions’ sweeter, more sophisticated cousin
- Minced Garlic: Get ready for the fragrant kick
- Heavy Cream/Coconut Milk: Whether you’re going classic creamy or dairy-free darling, we’ve got the lushness locked down.
- Roasted Corn Kernels: These golden niblets are jumping in to add a pop of sweetness
- Basil: Fresh and fabulous, the herby brightness balances out the richness.
- Crispy Chopped Bacon: it’s the crispy, salty compliment our pasta didn’t know it needed.
- Fresh Fettuccine: These noodles are ready to soak up all that saucy goodness.
- Garnish Galore: From the salty sprinkle of shredded parmesan to the fresh burst of diced tomatoes, and a final sprinkle of crunchy toasted breadcrumbs and chopped basil for that chef’s kiss finish.
How to Make Brown Butter Pasta
I allowed the butter to brown until it was super nutty and flavorful. I usually go as close to burnt as possible to get all of those flecks of goodness. This makes the brown butter sauce so irresistible.
The additional ingredients added even more deliciousness. How much more summer themed can you get than fresh summer corn and tomatoes? Add a bit of basil, garlic and bacon and you have one of the most sensational 30 minute meals for two to enjoy.
How to Store
- Let it Cool: Before storing, allow the pasta to cool to room temperature. Be careful not to leave it out for more than 2 hours to prevent bacterial growth.
- Air-Tight Container: This helps to preserve its freshness.
- Refrigerate Promptly: This pasta should be good for 3-4 days when stored properly in the fridge.
- Keep Garnishes Separate: If possible, store any fresh garnishes like chopped basil or diced tomatoes separately and add them after reheating to maintain their freshness and texture.
- Reheating Tip: Reheat it gently on the stove over medium heat, adding a splash of water or cream to loosen things up if needed.
Other Pasta Recipes to try
If you like this savory recipe, you should check out more of my pasta recipes below!
Brown Butter Pasta
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Land O Lakes® Butter 1/2 stick
- 1 half shallot finely diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 ear corn shucked and roasted with kernels removed
- 2 tablespoons basil
- 2 strips bacon cooked and chopped
- ⅓- ½ cup fresh fettuccine cooked
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon shredded parmesan, diced tomatoes, toasted bread crumbs and chopped basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium sized pan, melt butter over medium heat then add shallots.
- Allow butter to brown until tiny brown specks appear and a nutty aroma develops. Once butter has browned, turn heat to low and add garlic for 30-40 seconds.
- Next pour in cream or coconut milk and stir together.
- Add corn kernels, basil, bacon bits and fresh pasta and toss together.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, top with shredded parmesan, tomatoes, bread crumbs and fresh basil and serve.
Notes
- Let it Cool: Before storing, allow the pasta to cool to room temperature. Be careful not to leave it out for more than 2 hours to prevent bacterial growth.
- Air-Tight Container: This helps to preserve its freshness.
- Refrigerate Promptly: This pasta should be good for 3-4 days when stored properly in the fridge.
- Keep Garnishes Separate: If possible, store any fresh garnishes like chopped basil or diced tomatoes separately and add them after reheating to maintain their freshness and texture.
- Reheating Tip: Reheat it gently on the stove over medium heat, adding a splash of water or cream to loosen things up if needed.
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I could eat both servings of this by myself! It looks so good!
I can’t wait to try this. It looks tasty!
Thanks so much!
This pasta dish is such a great dinner idea for end of summer! I am gearing up for all those fall flavors, but still clinging to summer over here. 😉
I’m clinging as much as possible!
This pasta looks delicious!
Thank you so much!
The flavor twist on this dish sounds amazing!
Thank you so much!
This sounds absolutely terrific!
Yes to more Summer before Fall takes over! This recipe looks so fresh and tasty!
Hooray!!!!