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Herb Butter

An authentic and versatile fresh herb spread-condiment-garnish you will always want in your fridge.  It can be kept for up to 5 days in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.
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Course Brunch, Finger Foods, Vegetable Appetizers
Cuisine American, French, German, Greek, Italian

Servings 6 servings
Calories 834.42 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 teaspoon(s) parsley, finely chopped
  • 33/50 tablespoon(s) basil, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoon(s) chives, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) oregano, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) tarragon or thyme, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 cup(s) butter, at room temperature.

Instructions

 

  • Place all the herbs, garlic, pepper, and butter in a small mixing bowl and beat with a wooden spoon until slightly fluffy.
  • Place a 1/2 square piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper on your work surface and mound the flavored butter in the center.
  • Roll herb butter into cylinder shape within plastic, twisting the ends to compress the butter.
  • Chill the butter in the refrigerator or freeze until firm.
  • Vegetables- this butter in steamed vegetables really perks up the flavor.
  • Grilled Meats- Add some herb butter on top of the grill steaks.
  • Let steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Garlic Bread- Spread softened herb butter onto 1 slices of Italian bread.
  • Shake on some parmesan cheese, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and broil until golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 834.42kcalCarbohydrates: 4.77gProtein: 1.88gFat: 92.42gSaturated Fat: 58.44gCholesterol: 244.02mgSodium: 734.83mgFiber: 2.18gSugar: 0.31g

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