Italian Herb Butter
Elevate your culinary creations with this luxurious and aromatic Italian Herb Butter, a versatile flavor enhancer perfect for spreading, topping, or cooking. Crafted with creamy unsalted butter, freshly minced garlic, and a vibrant medley of herbs like parsley, basil, and oregano, this recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare. A touch of zesty lemon and a pinch of salt and pepper round out its bold yet balanced flavor profile. Whether dolloped over grilled steaks, spread onto crusty bread, or melted into pasta, this herb-infused butter brings a burst of Mediterranean flair to any dish. With simple ingredients and easy prep steps, this homemade herb butter is a must-have for your kitchen repertoire. Store it in the fridge or freeze it for later to enjoy a taste of Italy anytime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Take the unsalted butter out of the refrigerator and let it soften at room temperature until malleable, about 15-20 minutes.
Finely mince the garlic and fresh herbs (parsley, basil, and oregano). Grate the lemon zest and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Using a fork or spatula, mix the ingredients thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed and the butter is smooth.
Transfer the herb butter onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log and tightly wrap the ends to secure it.
Refrigerate the butter for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.
Once hardened, slice into rounds as needed or leave it as a log for storage. Use as a topping, spread, or flavor enhancer in recipes. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 194.7 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.5 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 503 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 166 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.
