Parmesan Garlic Butter
Elevate your dishes with this irresistibly rich and flavorful Parmesan Garlic Butter! This quick and easy recipe combines softened unsalted butter with freshly minced garlic, nutty Parmesan cheese, and vibrant parsley, creating a creamy spread bursting with savory goodness. A hint of salt and black pepper enhances the delicious depth, while an optional splash of lemon juice adds a subtle, tangy twist. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile compound butter can be transformed into a sliceable log and stored for later use. Perfect for slathering on warm crusty bread, melting over roasted vegetables, or topping grilled meats, this Parmesan Garlic Butter is the secret ingredient your kitchen needs. Try it once, and it’s sure to become your go-to finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 5 grams parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Place the softened unsalted butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the minced garlic cloves, grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped parsley, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl with the butter.
If desired, add a teaspoon of lemon juice for a subtle tangy flavor.
Using a rubber spatula or electric mixer, mix all ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed.
Transfer the mixture to a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Form the butter mixture into a log shape and securely wrap it. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.
Slice off portions as needed and serve with bread, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2873 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*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.
