Italian Butter
Transform your favorite dishes with this luscious Italian Butter, a savory blend of softened unsalted butter, fresh herbs like parsley, basil, and rosemary, and the rich umami of grated Parmesan cheese. Infused with aromatic minced garlic and a hint of extra virgin olive oil, this spreadable delight brings classic Italian flavors to your table in just 10 minutes of prep time. Whether you’re slathering it onto warm, crusty bread, melting it over al dente pasta, or using it to enhance your favorite proteins, this versatile compound butter adds effortless elegance to any meal. Customize with a dash of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, and enjoy this make-ahead masterpiece that can be refrigerated or frozen for whenever inspiration strikes. Perfect for entertaining or elevating weeknight dinners, Italian Butter is your new secret weapon in the kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped parsley, basil, and rosemary.
Add the minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with a fork or spoon until well combined and smooth.
Transfer the Italian Butter mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Shape the butter into a log or desired shape, then wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Once chilled, slice the Italian Butter as needed and serve with warm bread, drizzle over pasta, or use as a topping for savory dishes.
Store any unused butter in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1878 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.0 g | 268% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.3 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 525 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 1371 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 176 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
