Garlic Herb Compound Butter Recipe

Ingredients:

• 226g (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 15g (1 tbsp) fresh garlic, finely minced
• 10g (1 tbsp) fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 5g (1 tsp) fresh thyme leaves
• 5g (1 tsp) fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2g (1/2 tsp) sea salt
• 1g (1/4 tsp) freshly ground black pepper
• 3g (1/2 tsp) lemon zest (optional)

Cooking Time:

Total estimated time: 20 minutes (plus chill time: 1 hour)

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for ease of mixing. If using a food processor, combine all ingredients until they are well blended. If mixing by hand, use a fork or a spatula in a mixing bowl to thoroughly incorporate the minced garlic, herbs, salt, pepper, and optional lemon zest into the butter.

Step 2: Shaping the Butter

Once the ingredients are well combined, transfer the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Shape the butter into a log or any desired shape, rolling the wrap tightly around the butter. Twist the ends to seal it tightly, ensuring there are no air pockets.

Step 3: Chilling

Place the wrapped butter log in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the butter to firm up and the flavors to meld together. For faster firming, the butter may be placed in the freezer for 15-20 minutes, but be sure not to let it freeze completely.

Step 4: Serving Suggestions

Once firm, slice the compound butter as needed. It’s perfect for melting over grilled meats, tossing into cooked vegetables, spreading over bread or toast, and incorporating into sauces.

Conclusion

You’ve now crafted a sumptuous batch of Garlic Herb Compound Butter, a delightful addition to your culinary toolkit. Its adaptability in flavoring several dishes means you’ll reach for it time and again, whether for everyday meals or special occasions. Feel free to explore and tweak the herb combinations to match seasonality or personal taste preferences. Remember, this is just the beginning of your journey into the expansive world of compound butters. Enjoy your flavorful creation!

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