Description
Cowboy Butter is a flavorful compound butter packed with herbs and spices, perfect for adding a burst of flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, or bread. Whether used as a spread or a dip, this versatile butter will elevate your dishes with its zesty and savory profile.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
Herb and Spice Blend:
- 1 tablespoon coarse Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Cowboy Butter: In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, thyme, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
- Form Compound Butter: Scoop the cowboy butter onto plastic wrap. Shape it into a log, wrap tightly, and refrigerate until firm.
- Make Butter Dip: Melt the mixture in the microwave in short increments, stirring until fully melted.
- Storage: Store the cowboy butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Sodium: 94mg
- Fat: 11.3g
- Saturated Fat: 7.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.6g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
