Zesty Basil Butter Recipe

Yield: 1/2 cup butter
Author: Julie Kim
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Zesty Basil Butter

Zesty Basil Butter

This zesty and savory basil butter is the perfect addition to many of your favorite dishes.
Prep time: 5 MCook time: Total time: 5 M

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup salted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup packed fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

  1. In a medium bowl add all ingredients together and mix until thoroughly combined.
  2. Scoop the butter onto a 12-by-10-inch piece of plastic wrap. Wrap the butter with the plastic wrap and shape it into an even log that will fit into your butter keeper.
  3. Refrigerate for a few hours until firm or if serving right away skip step two and serve in a bowl for everyone to enjoy.

Notes:

• Butter should keep well for at least 2 weeks wrapped up in the fridge and about 6 months wrapped up in the freezer.

Calories

100

Fat (grams)

12

Sat. Fat (grams)

7

Carbs (grams)

0

Fiber (grams)

0

Net carbs

0

Sugar (grams)

0

Protein (grams)

0

Sodium (milligrams)

90

Cholesterol (grams)

0.03
Nutrition Facts for 1 tablespoon of butter.
Recipe developed by Julie Kim ©2020 Live Local Organic - All rights reserved
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