To make garlic butter, follow this simple method:
Ingredients
- Butter (preferably unsalted, softened to room temperature) – about ½ cup or 1 stick
- Fresh garlic – 2 to 4 cloves, finely minced or grated
- Fresh parsley or chives – finely chopped, about 1 tablespoon
- Salt – about ½ teaspoon (adjust if using salted butter)
- Optional: Parmesan cheese (about 1 tablespoon) for extra flavor
Instructions
- Soften the butter: Leave the butter out at room temperature until it becomes soft and spreadable.
- Prepare garlic and herbs: Finely mince or grate the garlic cloves. Chop the parsley or chives finely.
- Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine the softened butter, garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and Parmesan cheese if using.
- Blend: Stir or beat the mixture until well combined and creamy. For a smoother texture, you can use a food processor to blend everything until smooth.
- Store: Transfer the garlic butter to a container or shape it into a log using cling film. Refrigerate until firm. It can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or frozen for up to six months.
Tips
- Using fresh garlic and herbs gives the best flavor.
- Make sure the butter is soft for easier mixing and a smooth texture.
- Garlic butter is versatile: great for spreading on bread, topping steaks, mixing into pasta, or melting over vegetables.
This method is quick and easy, taking about 10 minutes to prepare, and yields a flavorful garlic butter that can elevate many dishes
