Garlic Herb Butter

Flavorful garlic herb butter is easy to make with only a few ingredients. Use it now or freeze for later to elevate delicious dishes including steak, bread, vegetables and more!

Prep Time: 10

Refrigerate: 1

Total Time: 1 10

Servings:

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter , softened
2 teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon fine sea salt (omit if using salted butter)
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1-2 Tablespoons freshly chopped herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, chives, parsley, basil, oregano, tarragon, or sage)

Instructions

Combine ingredients. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix 1/2 cup softened butter, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and 2 Tablespoons fresh herbs 1 to 2 minutes, or until nice and fluffy.
Chill. Place the butter on a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a log or place in a small mason jar. Chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour, or until ready to serve. This recipe also can be stored in the freezer.
Serve. When ready to serve, let sit on the counter 10 minutes to soften slightly.

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