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Easy Garlic Butter

A versatile garlic butter recipe that infuses flavor into various dishes with minimal effort.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Serving Size 10 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use high-quality butter for best flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust garlic level to suit your taste.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Can experiment with other herbs.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning if using.
  • Mix thoroughly with a spoon or hand mixer until all ingredients are well blended.
  • Transfer the garlic butter to a small bowl for immediate use or shape into a log using plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm.

Notes

This garlic butter can be used to flavor steamed or roasted vegetables, tossed with pasta, or drizzled over grilled meats. Store in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.