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How to Make Herbed Butter | Compound Butter

Jessica Fisher · October 16, 2009 · 1 Comment

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Herbed butter is probably the easiest, most versatile thing of the “froofy foods” that you could make. Also called a compound butter, it’s basically softened butter mixed with chopped fresh herbs and seasonings.

It can be stored in the freezer and then thawed quickly whenever you need a simple, yet special touch to add to food. It’s great as a spread for garlic bread. Slice a few coins and place atop grilled fish, chicken, or steak.

The melted butter and herbs create an instant sauce. You can also use it to season a roast chicken. There is no end to the delicious ways to use seasoned, herbed butter.

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Here’s how to make it:
Place one stick of softened butter in a mixing bowl. With a fork or plastic spatula, stir in 1-3 cloves of garlic and 1-2 Tablespoons fresh herbs, finely chopped. You can use basil, oregano, thyme, parsley, chives, or whatever suits your fancy. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Experiment with different combinations until you find the mixture you love. You can even add lemon zest, parmesan or bleu cheese.

To store: Place dollops on a sheet of waxed paper — or reuse the butter wrapper. Roll up like a coin roll, tucking in the paper ends. Place in a ziptop bag, label, and freeze.

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When ready to serve, slice “coins” off frozen butter roll to serve with grilled meats or allow to thaw before spreading on bread to toast or to use as a flavor base for gravy or roast chicken.

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Herbed Butter (Compound Butter)

Herbed, or compound, butter is an easy, versatile condiment used to enhance cooked meat and fish as well as breads and sauces. It's simple to make and very freezer friendly.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Keyword: butter, compound butter, flavored butter, herbed butter
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Calories: 102kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher
Cost: $2

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter , softened (1 stick)
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 to 2 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped, or other fresh herbs
  • salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

  • Place the butter in a small mixing bowl. With a fork or plastic spatula, stir in the garlic and fresh herbs. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place dollops of the mixture on a sheet of waxed or parchment paper -- or reuse the butter wrapper. Roll up like a coin roll, tucking in the paper ends. Place in a ziptop bag, label, and freeze.
  • When ready to serve, slice "coins" off the frozen butter roll to serve with grilled meats or allow to thaw before spreading on bread to toast or to use as a flavor base for gravy or roast chicken.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on 1 tablespoon compound butter.
Variations: use a different herb, such as basil, oregano, thyme, parsley, chives, or whatever suits your fancy. You can even add lemon zest, parmesan or bleu cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 102mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 397IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

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