Compound Butters

• portioner: Serves: 8
• aktiv tid: 10 min
• total tid: 10 minutes

Ingredienser

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

Vejledning

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.