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Cowboy Butter

Cowboy Butter

Cowboy Butter is a versatile compound butter that transforms any dish into a gourmet experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard coarse Dijon preferred
For the Freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Chives finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley freshly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh or dried
For the Boldness
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika optional
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, thyme, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, kosher salt, pepper, cayenne, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix until well incorporated.
  2. Spoon the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap, shape into a log, and twist the ends to secure.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to firm up.
  4. For a warm dipping sauce, microwave portions in 20-second increments until melted.
  5. Store wrapped tightly or in an airtight container; lasts up to 5 days in the fridge or 4 months in the freezer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 34mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mg

Notes

Use room temperature butter for easier mixing. Feel free to experiment with herbs and adjust spice levels to taste.

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