Garlic Butter Spread (Printable version)

Creamy garlic butter blending fresh garlic and herbs for versatile use in cooking and serving.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

→ Aromatics

02 - 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ Seasonings

04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
05 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice if using, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Stir thoroughly with a spatula or fork until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
03 - Taste and modify salt or pepper as preferred.
04 - Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper or plastic wrap, roll into a log, twist ends to seal, or place in an airtight container.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
06 - Use as a spread on warm bread, melted over steaks, or stirred into cooked vegetables or pasta.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It transforms everyday meals into something that feels indulgent without any extra effort.
  • You can make a big batch in ten minutes and freeze it for months of instant flavor.
  • The garlic mellows as it sits, so the butter tastes richer the next day.
02 -
  • If the butter is too cold, it will tear instead of blend, so be patient and let it soften completely.
  • Mincing the garlic finely is crucial, big chunks taste raw and overpowering instead of mellow and sweet.
03 -
  • Use a microplane to grate the garlic instead of chopping it, the finer texture disappears into the butter and tastes sweeter.
  • Let the rolled log chill completely before slicing so the coins hold their shape and look beautiful on the plate.

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