Gather the ingredients.
Melt 4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan set over medium-low heat. When the butter begins to bubble, add 1 large crushed and finely chopped garlic clove.
Stir the garlic-butter mixture until just fragrant, about 1 minute. Add ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh sage leaves to the garlic-butter mixture, and continue stirring until the butter has turned very light brown and has a rich, nutty aroma, 2 to 4 minutes.
Season ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and fine salt, to taste.
Serve over vegetables, fish, pasta, or ravioli, and enjoy!
