Description
Garlic butter is a rich and flavorful blend perfect for enhancing various dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and minced garlic.
- Add chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to the mixture.
- Mix until well combined, ensuring even distribution of garlic and herbs.
- Transfer the garlic butter onto a sheet of plastic wrap.
- Shape the butter into a log and wrap tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Slice and serve as desired.
Notes
- This garlic butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For variations, consider adding lemon zest or grated Parmesan cheese.
- Use this garlic butter on grilled meats, vegetables, or as a spread for bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: garlic butter, compound butter, flavor enhancer