Five Ways to Flavor Butter

COWBOY BUTTER :

Ingredients : 

• 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, room temperature
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes

LEMON AND HERB :

Ingredients : 

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 3 tablespoons fresh herbs (basil, dill and cilantro), minced, 1 tablespoon of each
• salt and pepper, to taste

BACON AND CHEESE :

Ingredients : 

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, drippings reserved
• 2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons chives, minced
• salt and pepper, to taste

CHILI AND LIME :

Ingredients : 

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 lime, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

MAPLE BACON :

Ingredients : 

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, drippings reserved
• 1 tablespoon bacon grease

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS :

1. After bringing your butter to room temperature, use an electric mixer or rubber spatula to whip the butter until fully softened.
2. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to add your herbs and other fresh ingredients, so they don’t bruise or fall apart. Thoroughly mix any dry spices beforehand so they can be incorporated into the butter evenly.
3. Optional: once your everything is incorporated, roll your butter(s) in parchment paper and twist the ends to then freeze and slice for later, if you’re not serving it immediately. Or, place in an air-tight container and keep in the refrigerator.