Compound Butter Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageCuisine
MethodDish
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Butter1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (For herb butter:)
 Cilantro tarragon2 Teaspoon, dried (For herb butter:)
 Parsley2 Tablespoon, chopped (For herb butter:)
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon (For herb butter:)
 Pepper1/2 Teaspoon (For herb butter:)
 Butter1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (For lemon butter:)
 Parsley4 Tablespoon, chopped (For lemon butter:)
 Lemon juice2 Tablespoon (For lemon butter:)
 Lemon zest2 Teaspoon, finely grated (For lemon butter:)
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon (For lemon butter:)
 Pepper1/4 Teaspoon (For lemon butter:)
 Butter1/2 Cup (16 tbs) (For mustard butter:)
 Dijon Mustard3 Tablespoon (For mustard butter:)
 Spring onions2 Tablespoon, chopped (For mustard butter:)
 Parsley1 Tablespoon, chopped (For mustard butter:)
 Lemon juice2 Teaspoon (For mustard butter:)
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon (For mustard butter:)
 Pepper1/4 Teaspoon (For mustard butter:)

Directions

MAKING
1. Select the butter that complements the food being served.
2. In a bowl beat the butter with a wooden spoon or hand-held mixer until smooth.
3. Gradually beat in all the remaining ingredients and mix well.
4. Form the butter mixture into a rough log about 4 inches. (10 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.
5. Wrap in a plastic wrap and chill until firm and ready to serve.

SERVING
6. To serve, cut into slices 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick.
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