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Garlic Butter Recipe

This Garlic Butter is a game changer! Perfect for enhancing dishes with rich, savory flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter to balance the texture
  • 6 finely grated garlic cloves fresh garlic for robust flavor
  • 2 sticks softened unsalted butter provides a creamy consistency
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh Italian flat leaf parsley for color and freshness
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives adds mild onion flavor
  • coarse salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Grater or garlic press
  • Measuring spoons
  • Plastic wrap or airtight container

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
  2. Leave the two sticks of unsalted butter out at room temperature until softened.
  3. Finely grate the garlic cloves using a grater or garlic press.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, cold unsalted butter, grated garlic, parsley, and chives. Mix until well combined.
  5. Add coarse salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
  6. Transfer the garlic butter to plastic wrap, shape into a log, and wrap tightly, or store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

  • Choose fresh garlic for the best flavor; old garlic can taste bitter.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic based on your preference.
  • For a smoother texture, use a food processor.
  • Let the garlic butter sit for a few hours to meld the flavors.