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Compound Butters

5 sticks of compound butters lined up and sliced made with fresh herbs, citrus zest and juice and caramelized onions
  • Serves:  8
  • Prep Time:  10 min
  • Cook Time:  0 min

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ teaspoons fine sea salt

Add-In Suggestions (Mix and Match)

  • Herbs:
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh herbs such as chives, thyme, parsley, basil, or rosemary, optional
  • Citrus:
  • 1 teaspoon citrus zest, such as lemon, orange, or lime
  • 1 teaspoon citrus juice, such as lemon, orange, or lime
  • Garlic or Onions:
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 3 cloves roasted garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot
  • 2 tablespoons minced caramelized onion

Method

1. In a small bowl, combine the butter, salt, and any combination of herbs , zest or juice, and garlic or onions.

2. Transfer the butter to a piece of parchment paper. Using the paper, roll the butter into a log about 4 inches long and 1½ inches in diameter. Wrap the parchment paper around the butter and twist the ends to seal. Refrigerate the butter until firm, about 1 hour.

3. Store refrigerated in plastic wrap or an airtight container for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months.