Garlic Compound Butter
Transform your cooking with the rich and flavorful simplicity of Garlic Compound Butter! This easy-to-make recipe combines roasted garlic, creamy unsalted butter, and a medley of fresh parsley and chives for an aromatic, herbaceous twist. Roasting the garlic brings out its natural sweetness, creating a luxurious spread that melts beautifully over steak, seafood, or warm bread. Ready in just 30 minutes (plus chilling time), this savory butter can be made ahead, shaped into a log, and sliced for instant gourmet flair. Perfect as a finishing touch for dishes or as a flavor-packed ingredient, this versatile compound butter will elevate your meals with ease. Try it today for a restaurant-quality upgrade to your home-cooked favorites!
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Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 4 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Peel the garlic cloves and place them on a sheet of aluminum foil.
Step 3
Drizzle the garlic with the olive oil, then wrap the foil tightly to create a sealed pouch.
Step 4
Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Let them cool for 5 minutes once removed from the oven.
Step 5
Allow the butter to come to room temperature until softened but not melted.
Step 6
Finely chop the fresh parsley and chives.
Step 7
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, roasted garlic (mashed into a paste using a fork), parsley, chives, salt, and black pepper.
Step 8
Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 9
On a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap, spoon the compound butter mixture into the center. Shape it into a log by rolling the paper or wrap tightly around the butter.
Step 10
Twist the ends of the parchment or wrap to seal the log, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the butter to firm up.
Step 11
Slice the butter into rounds as needed, and serve to enhance your favorite dishes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 151.7 grams (151.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 972 |
| Total Fat 111.00g | 142% |
| Saturated Fat 58.70g | 294% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g | |
| Cholesterol 250mg | 83% |
| Sodium 1204mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4.90g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.80g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 0.10g | |
| Protein 1.90g | 4% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 59mg | 5% |
| Iron 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium 147mg | 3% |
Source of Calories