“I pretty much have to have this on hand for pasta night or the family would revoIt!
This Easy Italian Compound Butter is a flavorful and versatile spread that enhances the taste of bread, pasta, grilled meats, and vegetables. It combines the richness of butter with the vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and garlic.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter, room temperature | 1 cup (2 sticks) |
| Sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped | 2 tablespoons |
| Fresh basil, finely chopped | 2 tablespoons |
| Garlic, minced | 1/2 tablespoon |
| Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Baguette or French roll | For serving |
Instructions:
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Soften Butter: Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. If needed, leave it out of the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Chop Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Drain and finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes.
- Chop Basil: Finely chop the fresh basil.
- Mince Garlic: Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- Mix the Compound Butter:
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the softened butter, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, and salt.
- Mix Well: Using a spatula or an electric mixer, mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Ensure that the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and garlic are evenly distributed throughout the butter.
- Shape and Chill:
- Shape Butter: Transfer the mixed compound butter onto a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Shape it into a log or any desired shape.
- Wrap and Chill: Wrap the butter tightly in the plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up.
- Serve:
- Slice and Serve: Once the butter is firm, slice it into rounds or pats. Serve with a warm baguette or French roll.
