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Ultimate 5-Minute Homemade Garlic Butter Spread

A dollop of creamy, yellow garlic butter mixed with chopped green herbs, served on a speckled white plate.

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Make rich, flavorful garlic butter in five minutes using fresh ingredients. This compound butter is perfect for bread, steak, pasta, or vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced finely
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the softened butter in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
  3. Use a fork or a small spatula to mix all ingredients together until they are completely combined and uniform in color.
  4. Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
  5. Roll the butter into a log shape, twisting the ends to seal it tightly.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before slicing or serving.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, use roasted garlic instead of raw minced garlic.
  • You can substitute parsley with chives or a mix of your favorite fresh herbs.
  • To make a quick garlic butter sauce, melt 1/4 cup of this compound butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

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