Can we please stop everything for a minute and have a serious conversation about butter? You know, that creamy, amazing deliciousness that you can spread on just about everything under the sun? That’s the one. We love butter – but we also love sprucing it up sometimes…It’s a lot of fun when you start adding other tasty ingredients to make something new and exciting.. It’s really easy to do, and with few fun tips and recipes like these, you can’t go wrong:This mixture of citrus, herbs, and spices goes great on chicken and vegetables! It would also make a great addition to plain pasta noodles.Ingredients1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, room temperature3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced1 clove garlic, minced1/2 lemon, zested and juiced1 pinch red pepper flakes. Melt this yummy combination over your steamed or roasted vegetables with a little salt and pepper – it’s so good!Ingredients1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature3 cloves garlic, crushed1 lemon, zested and juiced3 tablespoons fresh herbs (basil, dill and cilantro), minced, 1 tablespoon of eachsalt and pepper, to taste. These two ingredients are a match made in heaven. What a great combo for baked potatoes and even broccoli that no one can resist!Ingredients1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, drippings reserved2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated2 tablespoons chives, mincedsalt and pepper, to taste. These south-of-the-border flavors really jazz up a meal. Melt some into your rice or corn and really kick things up a notch!Ingredients1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature1 lime, zested and juiced2 tablespoons cilantro, minced1/2 teaspoon red chili powder1/2 teaspoon salt. Put this sweet treat on your hot pancakes or waffles to make for an unforgettable breakfast. It’s also equally wonderful spread on a simple piece of toast!Ingredients1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature2 tablespoons maple syrup2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, drippings reserved1 tablespoon bacon greaseGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS. After bringing your butter to room temperature, use an electric mixer or rubber spatula to whip the butter until fully softened.. Use a spoon or rubber spatula to add your herbs and other fresh ingredients, so they don’t bruise or fall apart..Thoroughly mix any dry spices beforehand so they can be incorporated into the butter evenly.. Optional: once your everything is incorporated, roll your butter(s) in parchment paper and twist the ends to then freeze and slice for later, if you’re not serving it immediately. Or, place in an air-tight container and keep in the refrigerator.
Five Ways to Flavor Butter
