Italian Style Garlic Butter

Elevate your cooking with the rich, savory flavor of Italian Style Garlic Butter—an irresistible blend of creamy unsalted butter, aromatic sautéed garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs like parsley and basil. Enhanced with the zest of lemon, a touch of grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of salt and pepper, this versatile butter is a must-have kitchen companion. Perfect for spreading on warm crusty bread, melting over grilled vegetables, or adding a luscious finish to your favorite pasta dishes, this quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare. With its vibrant Italian-inspired flavors, this garlic butter will transform simple meals into gourmet masterpieces.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Allow the butter to soften to room temperature for easy mixing.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Alternatively, you can use a garlic press for a smoother texture.

Step 3

In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but do not let it brown. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened butter, sautéed garlic with oil, parsley, basil, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Using a fork or hand mixer, thoroughly blend all ingredients until well combined.

Step 6

Transfer the garlic butter to a small serving dish, or place it on a sheet of parchment paper and roll it into a log shape for easy slicing.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve softened at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	290 grams (290.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1843

Total Fat 210.00g	269%
Saturated Fat 116.50g	583%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 508mg	169%
Sodium 1391mg	60%
Total Carbohydrate 9.60g	3%
Dietary Fiber 1.70g	6%
Total Sugars 0.10g
Protein 7.60g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221mg	17%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 232mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 96.5%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 2.0%