5. Step
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and add butter. Cook, stirring and swirling the pan often, until the solids at the bottom of the pan begin to toast, the foam subsides and the onion is golden, 6 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, chopped sage and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper and pinch of salt; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.