Garlic Herb Butter
Transform any meal into a gourmet experience with this creamy garlic herb butter. Infused with fresh garlic and vibrant herbs, it’s perfect for spreading on warm bread, melting over grilled vegetables, or enhancing your favorite meats. Simple yet flavorful, this versatile spread will elevate your dishes and impress your guests. Get ready to make every bite unforgettable!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Let the unsalted butter soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes for easy mixing.
- Mince the fresh garlic cloves until finely chopped.
- Chop the parsley and thyme until finely minced.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper or plastic wrap; shape it into a log. Refrigerate until firm or use immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg