Roasted Garlic Compound Butter
Elevate your dishes with the rich, savory flavor of Roasted Garlic Compound Butter, a simple yet luxurious recipe that transforms everyday meals into gourmet experiences. This irresistible butter begins with a whole bulb of roasted garlic, bringing a mellow, caramelized sweetness to each bite. Combined with creamy unsalted butter, a hint of freshly chopped parsley, and a touch of salt and black pepper, this compound butter is perfect for spreading on crusty bread, melting over grilled steaks, or enhancing roasted vegetables. With just 10 minutes of prep time and an easy-to-follow technique, this versatile recipe is a must-have for any kitchen. Store it in the fridge or freezer for convenient, flavor-packed additions to your favorite recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove any loose or papery skin from the garlic bulb, but keep the bulb intact. Slice off the top of the bulb (about 1/4 inch) to expose the tops of the cloves.
Place the garlic bulb on a piece of aluminum foil and drizzle it with 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Wrap the foil tightly around the bulb.
Roast the garlic in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are golden, tender, and fragrant. Allow it to cool before handling.
In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, salt, pepper, and parsley.
Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and mash them into a paste using a fork.
Add the roasted garlic paste to the butter mixture and thoroughly combine until smooth and well-blended.
Place the compound butter on a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper, shape it into a log, and wrap it tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Slice and serve as needed. Use within 1 week if refrigerated, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.5 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.2 g | 291% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 622 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 396 mg | 8% | |
*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.
