Herbed butter can be prepared in advance for use on finger sandwiches, savory scones, rolls, baked potatoes and other savory or sweet foods that are accompanied by butter.
Also known as a "compound butter" or "flavored butter," this herbed butter recipe is versatile enough to be prepared as a savory herbed butter or a sweet herbed butter, depending on the herbs you select.
Also known as a "compound butter" or "flavored butter," this herbed butter recipe is versatile enough to be prepared as a savory herbed butter or a sweet herbed butter, depending on the herbs you select.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2.5 cups
Ingredients:
- 2 cups (4 sticks) softened sweet butter
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt (for savory butter) or sugar (for sweet butter)
- 1 packed cup of finely chopped herbs (You can use a single herb or a mix of herbs. For sweet herbed butter, select herbs like mint, rosemary and lavender. For savory herbed butter, use herbs like chives, cilantro, parsley and thyme.)
Preparation:
- In a food processor or blender, puree the butter, lemon juice and salt/sugar until smooth.
- Add the herbs and pulse until well blended.
- Spread on finger sandwiches, scones, rolls or other foods immediately, or store it in a sealed, refrigerated container until ready to use.
