Description
Creamy Zesty Cowboy Butter is a luscious blend of rich butter and zesty flavors that tantalize your taste buds. The smooth texture melts in your mouth, while the vibrant notes of garlic, lemon, and herbs create a delightful burst of flavor that elevates any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Add the minced garlic, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Using a hand mixer or spatula, blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Transfer the mixture onto a piece of parchment paper and roll it into a log shape.
- Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Slice into rounds and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This butter can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Substitute fresh herbs with dried herbs if fresh ones are unavailable, using 1/3 of the amount.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0 grams
- Sodium: 90 milligrams
- Fat: 11 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 0 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 0 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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