Garlic Butter
Garlic butter is one of the easiest recipes to make and will be thoroughly enjoyed with snails, vegetables, large shrimp, or spread on bread to make garlic bread.
Ingredients
Yield: about 1/2 pound of garlic butter
- 0.5 pound unsalted butter cut in cubes
- 8 cloves garlic
- 1 small parsley bunch, about 1 cup of leaves
- 12 large basil leaves
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In the small bowl of a food processor, chop the garlic, parsley and basil leaves. Add the cubed butter, salt, and pepper until the butter is soft and the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Reserve until further use.
Notes
Chef's tip: Always remove the germ of the garlic to avoid the burning garlic flavor and facilitate digestion.
Cooking Tips for Garlic Butter
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Always opt for fresh garlic and herbs for the best flavor. Fresh herbs enhance the taste of garlic butter significantly.
- Soften Butter: Ensure your unsalted butter is softened to room temperature before mixing. This helps create a smooth and creamy texture.
- Avoid Overprocessing: Mix the garlic, herbs, and butter until just combined. Overprocessing can lead to a paste-like consistency, which is less appealing.
- Store Properly: Store garlic butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze it for up to three months.
- Customize Flavors: Experiment with additional herbs like thyme or chives, or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Germ Removal: Always remove the germ from garlic cloves to avoid a bitter taste and improve digestibility.
- How to Make Fresh Butter: If you’re interested in making your own butter from scratch, check out our guide on how to make fresh butter. It’s surprisingly easy and can elevate your garlic butter experience!
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