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Garlic herb butter sliced on a wooden cutting board with a fresh loaf of bread in the background.

Garlic Herb Butter

You’ll never regret having a stash of Garlic Herb Butter in the fridge. It’s a quick and easy way to jazz up side dishes. It’s also known as a compound butter which is just a fancy way to say butter flavored with add ins. It comes together quickly and goes great on steaks, veggies, or bread.

Yield: 16 servings 1x
Prep: 5 minutesTotal: 5 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 23 Tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
  • 4 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter

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Instructions

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, add the softened butter. Mix for 1-2 minutes or until nice and fluffy. Salt and pepper to taste if you want. 
  • Add the garlic and herbs and mix in for another 30 seconds. 
  • Place the butter on a piece of plastic wrap and roll into a log. Store in the refrigerator for at least one hour to solidify. 
  • When ready to serve allow to sit out for 10 minutes to soften slightly.

Notes/Tips

Store for up to 5 days in the fridge. Freeze for up to 6 months. 

© Author: Polly Conner
Cuisine: american Method: mixer