Herb Butter Recipe
Learn how to make three easy compound butter recipes with fresh herbs and bold flavors. They're perfect for spring and summer meals, Thanksgiving dinners and holiday entertaining. This herb butter recipe is delicious on seafood, roasted vegetables, grilled meats or fresh-baked bread.
Ingredients
Lemon Garlic Butter
- ½ cup butter softened
- 2 tablespoons basil
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 lemon zested
- ½ teaspoon salt
Thanksgiving Herb Butter
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 tablespoon rosemary
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon sage
- ½ teaspoon salt
Dill & Chive Butter
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 tablespoon dill
- 2 tablespoons chives
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add butter to a bowl and mix with a hand mixer for 45 seconds to 1 minute to whip.
- Fold in other ingredients, until well combined.
- Transfer to a piece of plastic wrap, and fold over to form a log. Twist ends and tighten.
- Refrigerate for an hour, up to overnight, to set up.
- Unwrap, slice into ½-inch thick rounds and serve.
Notes
Once set, compound butter can be frozen for up to 3 months. Ensure it is tightly wrapped in plastic and placed in a well-sealed zip-top bag.